Microsoft Unveils 4D Codes to Improve Quantum Error Correction

Microsoft unveils 4D codes to improve quantum error correction

Microsoft has introduced a family of four-dimensional (4D) error-correction codes designed to improve the performance and reliability of quantum computing. The new codes are now available on the Microsoft Quantum compute platform and are aimed at reducing the number of physical qubits needed to perform dependable quantum operations. “By detecting and correcting errors during computation, […] The post Microsoft unveils 4D codes to improve quantum…

Microsoft Unviels New 4-Dimension Geometrical Code for Quantum Error Correction

Conceptual Diagram of the Connectivity Required in Microsoft's QEC Code. Credit: Microsoft There have been a lot of announcements made recently about developments in quantum error codes (QEC) research, so it might be worthwhile to review what are the desirable features of a good code: Low ratio of physical qubits to logical qubits for efficiency [...] The post Microsoft Unviels New 4-Dimension Geometrical Code for Quantum Error Correction appear…