Quantum Science & Technologies:
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Quantum explained...
Quantum explained...
‘Quantum technologies’ is a term used to describe a range of applications of quantum mechanics, a specialised branch of physics.
Quantum technologies could have the ability to do things in very different ways from current technologies, creating capabilities far beyond what is currently possible.
The three main areas that could be transformed by quantum technologies include:
•sensing: allowing us to measure things with extreme precision
•computing: potentially achieving things that current computers would take years or centuries to do
•communications: providing greater security
3 General Areas of Quantum
Quantum Computing
Quantum Computing
Researchers and technology companies are racing to develop quantum computers that are more powerful than ordinary computers for some important tasks.
One example of a problem that a quantum computer could potentially solve is:
•Creating complex weather simulations that are beyond the capability of traditional computers.
•The simulations would allow for more accurate forecasts about future weather patterns.
•This would help farmers with their crops and support disaster response.
Quantum computers could also help solve a range of problems in other fields such as transport and logistics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and finance.
Communications
Communications
Quantum computers could also one day break the encryption that currently keeps our data transfers secure. This would pose a risk to current data security methods.
Quantum communication technologies provide a way to connect multiple quantum devices.
This could provide a more secure way to transfer information. It would use an entirely different way to encrypt data that relies on the laws of physics rather than just mathematics, keeping your data safe.
Quantum technologies will one day be used to secure communications for NASA-led missions that require large amounts of secure data to be transferred between ground stations and space crews.
Quantum Sensing
Quantum Sensing
Quantum sensors can measure tiny changes with extreme precision to detect and map objects through barriers.
For example:
•Quantum sensors can provide accurate navigation where the Global Positioning System (GPS) cannot reach.
•This could help us navigate in environments such as underwater, underground or in space.
•To do bone and tissue scans at the cellular level to manage injuries.
There are other applications for quantum sensors in fields such as medicine. For example, quantum advancements in drug testing technology, set to give testers a significant advantage ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. These cutting-edge methods, which enhance the detection of performance-enhancing drugs, represent a new frontier in the ongoing “arms race” to maintain clean sports.
Throughout the week, we will be highlighting the achievements of some of our local businesses and researchers. The team at Quantum Brilliance is one excellent example of a Canberra-based company that has developed a quantum computing component made from diamond. It operates at room temperature - one of the greatest challenges in this field that they have overcome!
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