Quantum Milestone: Pasqal Traps 1,000 Atoms for Computing

Pasqal, a leading player in the field of quantum computing, has made a significant breakthrough by trapping more than 1,110 individual rubidium atoms across approximately 2,088 trap sites at a cryogenic temperature of 6K. This achievement serves as a demonstration of the feasibility of large-scale neutral-atom quantum computing.

Within Pasqal's quantum computing architecture, these atoms are confined and manipulated using electromagnetic fields. The internal energy states of these atoms act as the quantum states of qubits, which are then manipulated to perform quantum operations and execute complex quantum algorithms.

To set up this groundbreaking experiment, Pasqal showcased atom-by-atom rearrangement of an 828-atom target array using moving optical tweezers controlled by a Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA). According to Loic Henriet, Co-CEO of Pasqal, "Achieving the 1,000-atom milestone illustrates the great scalability of Pasqal’s quantum processors."

This milestone propels Pasqal forward in its mission to develop quantum computers with over 1,000 qubits, with a target of reaching 10,000 qubits by 2026 or 2027. The company's commitment to pushing the boundaries of quantum computing technology is evident in this latest achievement.

For more details on this groundbreaking development, the full paper can be accessed on Pasqal's official website: www.pasqal.com.