Atomic-like charge qubit in a carbon nanotube enabling electric and magnetic field nano-sensing

I. Khivrich and S. Ilani ()
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I. Khivrich: Weizmann Institute of Science
S. Ilani: Weizmann Institute of Science

Nature Communications, 2020, vol. 11, issue 1, 1-8

Abstract: Abstract Quantum sensing techniques have been successful in pushing the sensitivity limits in numerous fields, and hold promise for scanning probes that study nano-scale devices and materials. However, forming a nano-scale qubit that is simple and robust enough to be placed on a scanning tip, and sensitive enough to detect various physical observables, is still a great challenge. Here, we demonstrate, in a carbon nanotube, an implementation of a charge qubit that achieves these requirements. Our qubit’s basis states are formed from the natural electronic wavefunctions in a single quantum dot. Different magnetic moments and charge distributions of these wavefunctions make it sensitive to magnetic and electric fields, while difference in their electrical transport allows a simple transport-based readout mechanism. We demonstrate electric field sensitivity better than that of a single electron transistor, and DC magnetic field sensitivity comparable to that of NV centers. Due to its simplicity, this qubit can be fabricated using conventional techniques. These features make this atomic-like qubit a powerful tool, enabling a variety of imaging experiments.

Date: 2020
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DOI: 10.1038/s41467-020-16001-5

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