Quantum Computing (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781787153059)

Foundations of Quantum Mechanics: Provide an introduction to the foundational concepts of quantum mechanics, including quantum superposition, entanglement, measurement, and uncertainty principles, as well as their implications for quantum computing. Quantum Computing Models and Architectures: Explore different models and architectures of quantum computers, including gate-based quantum computers, adiabatic quantum computers, topological quantum computers, and quantum annealers, and discuss their advantages, limitations, and potential applications. Quantum Error Correction and Fault Tolerance: Examine techniques for error correction and fault tolerance in quantum computing, including quantum error correction codes, fault-tolerant quantum gates, and quantum error correction protocols to mitigate the effects of noise and decoherence in quantum hardware. Challenges and Future Directions: Discuss current challenges and future directions in quantum computing research and development, including scalability of quantum hardware, improving qubit coherence and fidelity, developing quantum software and programming languages, and realizing practical quantum advantage in real-world applications.