Quantum Tech
Quantum dot technology may help light the future
Advances at Oregon State University in manufacturing technology for quantum dots may soon lead to the next generation of LED lighting that produces a more user-friendly white light, while using fewer toxic materials and low-cost manufacturing processes that take advantage of simple microwave heating.
Strange magnetic behaviour has quantum computing potential
An exotic kind of magnetic behavior, driven by the mere proximity of two materials, has been analysed by a team of researchers at MIT and elsewhere, using a technique called spin-polarised neutron reflectometry. They say the finding could be used to probe a variety of exotic physical phenomena, and could ultimately be used to produce key components of future quantum computers.
Optical chip lights up the race for quantum computer
The microprocessor inside a computer is a single multipurpose chip that has revolutionised people’s life, allowing them to use one machine to surf the web, check emails and keep track of finances. Now, researchers from the University of Bristol and Nippon Telegraph and Telephone (NTT), have pulled off the same feat for light in the quantum world by developing an optical chip that can process photons in an infinite number of ways.
Nanoscale technique enables 'perfect' quantum dot junctions
Researchers have developed a method for growing ‘hybrid’ crystals at the nanoscale, in which quantum dots - essentially nanoscale semiconductors - of different materials can be sequentially incorporated into a host nanowire with perfect junctions between the components. An approach to self-assemble and tailor complex structures at the nanoscale opens opportunities to tailor properties and functionalities of materials for a wide r...
Quantum dot spectrometer fits inside a smartphone
Instruments that measure the properties of light, known as spectrometers, are widely used in physical, chemical, and biological research. These devices are usually too large to be portable, but Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) scientists have now shown they can create spectrometers small enough to fit inside a smartphone camera, using tiny semiconductor nanoparticles called quantum dots.
'Worlds first' quantum dot desktop monitor
A quantum dot desktop monitor was launched in China thanks to a partnership between MMD (Philips Monitors) and QD Vision. The Philips 27” Full HD monitor, 276E6ADS (E6), achieves 99% Adobe RGB colour, making it suitable for entertainment, gaming professional photography and design. QD Vision is demonstrating the quantum dot monitor at booth 1025 at SID Display Week.
Are quantum dots finally ready for the prime time?
According to Yole Développement, Quantum Dots are finally ready for prime time and will exceed traditional phosphor revenue by 2020 by allowing LCD to compete with OLED in the race for the next-gen displays. This prediction comes from a recent Yole LED downconverters technology & market report, Phosphors & Quantum Dots 2015: LED Downconverters for Lighting & Displays.
Executives will present quantum dot technology
QD Vision, continues to drive quantum dot technical and market development discussions at the Society for Information Display’s (SID) Display Week 2015. The event will be held at the San Jose Convention Center from 31st May to 5th June, 2015.
Quantum OS makes simultaneous massive parallel computations
Cambridge Quantum Computing has announced the development of t|ket>, a unique quantum computing operating system. t|ket> was created by CQCL, and facilitated by a proprietary custom designed high speed super computer also built by CQCL, in order to simulate a quantum processor. A quantum computer takes advantage of quantum interference.
Engineering simulation to help build quantum computers
The world’s 'most advanced' quantum computers are being built and designed by D-Wave Systems with help from engineering simulation solutions from ANSYS. This next-gen of supercomputers uses quantum mechanics to massively accelerate computation and has the potential to solve some of the most complex computing problems facing organisations today.