Trapped ion quantum computers use ions (atoms that have gained or lost electrons and are thus charged) rather than neutral atoms, with the advantage that electromagnetic fields can hold them in place more easily than using magnetic fields.
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Jim Al-KhaliliEvidence Quote
“[59:21] there are others like the uh like trapped iron quantum computers...an ion...is an atom that's gained or or lost electrons, so it's charged. The advantage there is that you can use electromagnetic fields to hold them in place.”
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