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Spin Qubits: Quantum Point Contacts and Measurements

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MICRO-444: La science quantique : une vision singulière

Les étudiants comprennent les caractéristiques de la science quantique. Ils en maitrisent le formalisme et l'appliquent dans les systèmes de base: puits, fils et boites quantiques, qubits. ...

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This lecture discusses the principles and applications of spin qubits, focusing on their manipulation and measurement using quantum point contacts. The instructor explains the concept of coupled spin qubits and the significance of quantum boxes in both magnetic and non-magnetic fields. The lecture covers the detection of current through source-drain configurations and the role of quantum point contacts in measuring electron presence without destruction. The instructor elaborates on the initialization and manipulation of electronic spin qubits, detailing methods such as relaxation to the ground state and spin-selective tunneling. The effects of magnetic fields on energy levels and the splitting of states are also examined. The lecture concludes with a discussion on the potential for chemical simulations using spin qubits, highlighting recent advancements in the field. Overall, the lecture provides a comprehensive overview of the current understanding and techniques in the realm of quantum science, particularly in relation to spin qubits and their applications in quantum computing.

Instructor

Pierre-André Besse

Teaching & PhD Past EPFL PhD Students Klaus Ehrmann Courses La science quantique : une vision singulière MICRO-444 Students understand the characteristics of quantum science. They master the formalism and use it in basic quantum systems: quantum wells, wires, dots or qubits. Physics of semiconductors devices MICRO-312 The students are able to explain the physics of semiconductor devices like diodes, transistors, and MOS devices. They use such devices in fundamental electroni

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