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8 - Quantum Mechanics and Technology
from Part I - A Nonmathematical Exposition of Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Field Theory
David W. Snoke, University of Pittsburgh
Book:

Interpreting Quantum Mechanics

Published online:

09 May 2024

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16 May 2024, pp 111-127
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As the final part of the nonmathematical discussion in this book, this chapter surveys how quantum mechanics plays an important role in existing technology such as the transistors used in computers and nuclear energy, as well as more cutting-edge technologies such as quantum computing, and the strange properties of lasers and superconductors.

11 - Applications of Entanglement: Heisenberg-Limited Interferometry and Quantum Information Processing
Christopher C. Gerry, Lehman College, City University of New York, Peter L. Knight, Imperial College London and the UK National Physical Laboratory
Book:

Introductory Quantum Optics

Published online:

14 December 2023

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30 November 2023, pp 338-385
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In this chapter we discuss the application of entanglement to quantum optical interferometry and to quantum information processing. Quantum random number generation is discussed. Quantum cryptography is discussed, as is quantum computing. The quantum optical realization of some quantum gates is discussed.

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