Scaling Trapped-Ion Quantum Computers - From 32 to 56 Qubits

Explore the challenges and advancements in scaling trapped-ion quantum computers through this 55-minute technical talk by Quantinuum's lead physicist Steven Moses. Delve into the development of the second-generation H2 system featuring a race-track shaped ion trap and innovative technologies including electrode broadcasting, multi-layer RF routing, and magneto-optical trap loading. Learn about comprehensive benchmarking experiments conducted on 32-qubit systems and preliminary data from 56-qubit configurations. Gain insights into maintaining high-fidelity operations while scaling quantum systems to more qubits, and discover ongoing research supporting Quantinuum's technical roadmap. Moses, who earned his PhD studying dipolar interactions of ultracold KRb molecules and completed postdoctoral work on ion entanglement, shares his expertise in building practical quantum computers based on the quantum charge coupled device architecture.