Scientists have been working for years toward bringing quantum computing into practical everyday use. Although the first successful demonstrations of such technology occurred as far back as the late 1990s, quantum computers are fragile and require a lot of maintenance to keep them running smoothly, which makes building one for use in everyday applications quite challenging.
One of the most finicky parts of the quantum computer is the superconducting qubit, a component in quantum computing that contains inductors and capacitors, and relies on superconducting circuits. However, based on recent research, the superconducting qubit may be shrinking, thanks to scientists at MIT who are looking into developing a new type of qubit using ultrathin materials.
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