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Towards a quantum repeater using a surface-trap-integrated microcavity and trapped ions

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Author(s)

Lindsay Sonderhouse, Margaret Bruff, Kaitlyn David, Daniel Slichter, Dietrich Leibfried

Abstract

Trapped ions are a leading candidate for the "stationary qubits" of a quantum network. However, thus far remote entanglement rates have primarily been limited by low photon collection efficiency. In this work, we propose an architecture for a long-range, high-entanglement-rate quantum repeater. Our strategy involves using a micromirror fiber-based cavity, integrated with a surface electrode trap at cryogenic temperatures, to achieve high photon collection efficiency while maintaining high mechanical stability and low ion motional heating. The emitted photons can be efficiently and coherently converted to telecom wavelengths, facilitating long-distance networking.
Proceedings Title
Towards a quantum repeater using a surface-trap-integrated microcavity and trapped ions
Conference Dates
January 17-22, 2026
Conference Location
San Francisco, CO, US
Conference Title
SPIE Photonics West/Quantum West

Keywords

quantum repeater, trapped ions, optical cavity, quantum networking, surface electrode trap

Citation

Sonderhouse, L. , Bruff, M. , David, K. , Slichter, D. and Leibfried, D. (2025), Towards a quantum repeater using a surface-trap-integrated microcavity and trapped ions, Towards a quantum repeater using a surface-trap-integrated microcavity and trapped ions, San Francisco, CO, US (Accessed February 15, 2026)

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Created November 18, 2025, Updated February 11, 2026
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