Segmented Ion Trap (IMAGE)

Johannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz

Segmented Ion Trap

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This is a segmented ion trap used to utilize quantum bits stored in ions for quantum operations. The trap is made of gold-coated ceramic, and the segments at its center are only 0.2 millimeters in size.

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photo/©: QUANTUM, JGU

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This image may only be used in connection with the press release "Mainz University is involved in the European Flagship on Quantum Technologies program", issued by Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz on October 29, 2018.

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