One step closer to quantum computing

Quantum computing can be based on different physical systems, such as trapped ions, topological qubits or superconducting circuits. So qubits based on photons are just one possible foundation of the promising technology. Waveguide-integration of a superconducting nanowire single photon detector leads to several advantages to the already well-fitted SNSPDs – bringing us one step closer to realizing quantum computers.

Advantages of photonic-based quantum computing

Photons are much easier to manipulate than other physical systems which also makes it easier to build large-scale quantum computing systems. With exceptional low error rates due to their low sensitivity to fluctuations in temperature and electromagnetic fields as well as their ability to transmit them over long distances via optical fibers, they are better suited than other types of quantum computing architectures.

Taking it even further with waveguide-integrated SNSPDs

Waveguide-integration of SNSPDs leads to scalability and robustness, given that photonic elements like beam splitters, directional couplers, modulators etc. can be realized on the same platform together with the single photon detector. Because they are shorter than conventional SNSPDs and maintain an internal quantum efficiency of almost 100 %, waveguide-integrated single photon detectors like our Pixel Photonics Dena series are also much faster.

Have a closer look at our detectors

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Chosen for a reason

Pixel Photonics is the first commercial provider of waveguide-integrated SNSPDs. As a subcontractor for Quix Quantum, we are currently demonstrating the impact and possibilities of our technology in response to a call from the German Aerospace Center.