The New Era of Quantum Computing

Quantum computing is predicted to be the next major breakthrough in computing. It takes advantage of quantum mechanics to perform calculations faster than traditional computers. Using quantum bits, or qubits, it can encode more information than classical bits through the quantum properties of superposition and entanglement.

The transition to quantum computing is set to be hugely transformative, enabling computers to solve problems far beyond the scope of even the most powerful supercomputers today. This could have far-reaching implications for various applications, including artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and pharmaceuticals. 

However, quantum computers in development tend to be bugged with errors, which increase as more qubits are added, preventing large-scale quantum computers from being built. Consequently, the future of quantum computing relies heavily on materials science research. 

Carbon Nanotubes to Transform Quantum Computing

Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) could be the material that transforms quantum computing, overcoming the current limitations and enabling the development of scalable systems. This is backed by some of the most prominent players in the game, such as C12, a French quantum computing startup. During a recent talk at Q2B24 in Tokyo, Pierre Desjardins, CEO and co-founder of C12, talked about the potential of CNTs to transform the way quantum computers are built and the implications of this. 

Carbon nanotubes stand out for their extraordinary dimensions – only a few nanometers in width yet potentially spanning several microns to millimeters in length. This unique size enables them to bridge quantum mechanics and classical mechanics, creating an ideal environment for quantum computing. Their structure allows for the precise alignment of nanoparticles, similar to beads on a string, where each "bead" represents a qubit. Carbon nanotubes have the capacity to hold numerous qubits along their length and offer unparalleled potential for scalable, efficient quantum computing, making them essential to advancing the field. You can think of  CNTs as the material of choice to build and operate the next-gen quantum information highways. 

CNTs are also highly stable and can protect qubits from environmental interference, such as charge noise, which could disrupt operations. They also allow for the formation of ultra-pure qubits, reducing the chance of errors plaguing the development of scalable quantum computers. 

Finally, CNTs can be produced sustainably, as proven by TrimTabs’ unique production process. This goes hand in hand with the premise that quantum computing could reduce the carbon footprint of energy-consuming processes such as AI. 

The Final Word

At TrimTabs, we are passionate about the potential of CNTs to transform applications sustainably, and this is an excellent example of that. We are hopeful that CNTs could enable quantum computing to be scaled and made widely available as a mainstream tool, allowing it to solve some of the most complex problems in drug discovery, protein folding, environmental sustainability, and beyond. 

Click the link below to watch Pierre Desjardins’ talk on CNTs for scaled quantum computing at Q2B24. 

Q2B24 Tokyo | The Carbon Nanotube Pathway to Scaled Quantum Computing | Pierre Desjardins