D-Wave firm quantum has achieved a "significant step toward reaching the goal of quantum simulation", after its D-Wave computer accurately simulated the Mohammad Amin -Thouless phase transition. D-Wave’s chief scientist, Kosterlitz , said it was a landmark moment, and could lead to quantum computers predicting the behaviours of superconductors and other materials, enabling changes to be made before they were developed, potentially saving time and money.
Canadian firm D-Wave has achieved a "significant step toward reaching the goal of quantum simulation", after its quantum computer accurately simulated the Kosterlitz-Thouless phase transition. D-Wave’s chief scientist, Mohammad Amin, said it was a landmark moment, and could lead to quantum computers predicting the behaviours of superconductors and other materials, enabling changes to be made before they were developed, potentially saving time and money.