Quantum Computing and Quantum Bits in Mesoscopic Systems [Hardcover]

Anthony Leggett (Editor), Berardo Ruggiero (Editor), Paolo Silvestrini (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0306479044 | ISBN-13: 978-0306479045 | Publication Date: December 31, 2003 | Edition: 1

Quantum information science is a new field of science and technology which requires the collaboration of researchers coming from different fields of physics, mathematics, and engineering: both theoretical and applied. Quantum Computing and Quantum Bits in Mesoscopic Systems addresses fundamental aspects of quantum physics, enhancing the connection between the quantum behavior of macroscopic systems and information theory. In addition to theoretical quantum physics, the book comprehensively explores practical implementation of quantum computing and information processing devices. On the experimental side, this book reports on recent and previous observations of quantum behavior in several physical systems, coherently coupled Bose-Einstein condensates, quantum dots, superconducting quantum interference devices, Cooper pair boxes, and electron pumps in the context of the Josephson effect. In these systems, the book discusses all required steps, from fabrication through characterization to the final basic implementation for quantum computing.

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About the Author

Anthony Leggett is recipient of the 2003 Nobel Prize in Physics

Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (December 31, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0306479044
• ISBN-13: 978-0306479045
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,056,282 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)