Talk:Trapped ion quantum computer

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[edit] Illustration

I've got a diagram of a linear ion trap that could be used to illustrate the (most common) set-up for quantum computing with ions. If approved, I will include it in the article - possibly after making it a bit less colorful, as it was initially made for a poster. I will also obviously reduce the size.Tomatoman 19:54, 6 January 2006 (UTC)

Image:ion_qc_electrodes.png

[edit] Page title

I think the title of this page should be "Trapped ion quantum computer", not "Trapped ion quantum computers." I will make this move unless someone objects. Dar-Ape 02:51, 19 October 2006 (UTC)

I have made the move. Dar-Ape 00:08, 24 October 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Animation

Just a suggestion for someone skilled enough (I'm not that skilled at animation), but a demonstration of the saddle potential would be awesome. ^^ I've seen a mechanical model (using a ball bearing and a saddle-shaped table powered by a motor) which made how it much easier to visualize how this particular type of quantum computer works. Also, is radio frequency the most effective frequency for 'trapping' the ion? And should the effect of varying the oscillating frequency and the charge of the electric fields be mentioned? 76.104.152.128 (talk) 01:48, 13 March 2008 (UTC)