A concise review of Rydberg atom based quantum computation and quantum simulation*
Xiaoling Wu, Xinhui Liang, Yaoqi Tian, Fan Yang, Cheng Chen, Yong-Chun Liu, Meng Khoon Tey, Li You
Abstract
Quantum information processing based on Rydberg atoms emerged as a promising direction two decades ago. Recent experimental and theoretical progresses have shined exciting light on this avenue. In this concise review, we will briefly introduce the basics of Rydberg atoms and their recent applications in associated areas of neutral atom quantum computation and simulation. We shall also include related discussions on quantum optics with Rydberg atomic ensembles, which are increasingly used to explore quantum computation and quantum simulation with photons.
Topics & Concepts
Rydberg atomRydberg formulaPhysicsQuantumQuantum computerComputationQuantum mechanicsAtom (system on chip)Quantum information processingQuantum technologyQuantum opticsQuantum sensorQuantum informationPrincipal quantum numberQuantum simulatorQuantum gateAtomic physicsRydberg stateAtom opticsRydberg constantQuantum information scienceQuantum networkOpen quantum systemCold Atom Physics and Bose-Einstein CondensatesQuantum chaos and dynamical systemsQuantum Information and Cryptography