qConnect: Increasing Qubit Connectivity in Quantum Computing Fabric Using Active Transmission Lines

We present a novel approach for tunable superconductor microwave transmission lines and resonators that can be integrated on-chip using standard Al or Nb-based fabrication processes. By leveraging the nonlinear inductance of a Josephson junction, the impedance and, consequently, the resonance frequency of the lines can be adjusted via a small DC signal. This signal is inductively coupled to a superconducting quantum interference device loop, with the circuit designed to remain open at microwave frequencies, effectively preventing energy leakage. The simplicity and tunability of this design make it adaptable to various applications. In this work, we demonstrate the multiplexing capability of such design for use in dynamic connections between control circuits and qubits, as well as dynamic routing in quantum circuits.

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IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity
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2025-01-27
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https://doi.org/10.1109/tasc.2025.3534184
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Quantum Computing Algorithms and Architecture
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qConnect: Increasing Qubit Connectivity in Quantum Computing Fabric Using Active Transmission Lines

Massoud Pedram, Pascal Febvre, Sasan Razmkhah
IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity
Quantum Computing Algorithms and Architecture
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qConnect: Increasing Qubit Connectivity in Quantum Computing Fabric Using Active Transmission Lines

Massoud Pedram, Pascal Febvre, Sasan Razmkhah
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Abstract

We present a novel approach for tunable superconductor microwave transmission lines and resonators that can be integrated on-chip using standard Al or Nb-based fabrication processes. By leveraging the nonlinear inductance of a Josephson junction, the impedance and, consequently, the resonance frequency of the lines can be adjusted via a small DC signal. This signal is inductively coupled to a superconducting quantum interference device loop, with the circuit designed to remain open at microwave frequencies, effectively preventing energy leakage. The simplicity and tunability of this design make it adaptable to various applications. In this work, we demonstrate the multiplexing capability of such design for use in dynamic connections between control circuits and qubits, as well as dynamic routing in quantum circuits.

IEEE Transactions on Applied SuperconductivityVol. 35(5)
University of Southern California (US), Institut de Microélectronique, Electromagnétisme et Photonique (FR), Université Savoie Mont Blanc (FR)
National Science Foundation
Affordable and clean energy
Openalex Percentile: Top 99%
Quantum Computing Algorithms and Architecture
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