- A group of researchers from Australia wants to use quantum computing to develop a set of telescopes with interferometric systems.
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Space telescopes use gamma rays, X-rays, or the infrared spectrum to analyze the planets of the solar system. A study published at Macquarie University in Australia indicates that they all share the same features regarding measurements, however, the size could change.
The researchers believe that they could take advantage of quantum computing knowledge to develop telescopes that are as large as a planet, bearing in mind that the objective of the study is to observe the cosmos in detail.
The team wants to create a set of telescopes with interferometric systems, in addition, thanks to quantum computing, they would overcome physical limitations.
Zixin Huang, the lead author of the study, tells New Scientist that the mission is to "revolutionize astronomical imaging" to get sharper pictures of very distant objects in the universe with higher resolution.
The author adds that "there are many challenges that need to be addressed for a device the size of a planet, but this is a good first step."
The essential element is quantum computing and the way to intertwine the particles of light, in this way, they would function as a single network. On the other hand, it is likely that there were errors in the final images, although the machines could correct themselves.