SMRTR Science & EngineeringJun 18, 2025Interesting Engineering

US scientists build new chip to power quantum computers, help in dark matter search

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Researchers at MIT have developed a superconducting diode-based rectifier for efficient power delivery in ultra-cold quantum systems. This innovation converts AC to DC on a single chip, reducing wiring and electromagnetic noise in quantum computers. The technology could streamline superconducting electronics, enhance qubit stability, and aid in dark matter detection at facilities like CERN.

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