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Quantum Revolution: Atoms Trapped on a Chip


Published on 2025-03-07 10:02:21 - SciTechDaily
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  • By miniaturizing cold atom trapping with integrated photonics, researchers are making quantum technologies portable. Their photonic chip system replaces traditional free-space optics, offering a path toward highly precise,

The article from SciTechDaily discusses a significant advancement in quantum technology where researchers from ETH Zurich have developed a method to trap individual atoms on a chip using a novel technique involving a 2D array of micro-mirrors. This setup allows for the precise control and manipulation of atoms at the quantum level, potentially revolutionizing quantum computing and sensing. The atoms are held in place by optical tweezers created by the mirrors, which reflect laser light to form traps. This approach not only simplifies the setup by reducing the need for complex laser systems but also enhances the scalability of quantum devices. The technology promises to make quantum computers more practical by allowing for the integration of many qubits on a single chip, thus advancing the field towards more robust and commercially viable quantum systems.

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