My science and technology museum - Chapter 168 A little higher than Gu Ge

“I admire Mr. Xu for being so supportive of the education of his alma mater.”

After Yao Liming gave a brief introduction to both parties, Professor Tian Yongmin, who was in charge of the optical quantum computer research project, spoke first and highly praised Xu Lei’s behavior.

The words just fell.

Before Xu Lei could respond, Yao Liming said immediately: “Mr. Xu is the pride of our school. I would like to thank Mr. Xu on behalf of the quantum students.”

“This is what I should do.”

Since Xu Lei didn’t know what the other party’s purpose was, the response he gave was slightly official and didn’t say much about it.

However, when Xie Chang, another professor in the field of superconducting quantum computers wearing glasses, heard this, he couldn’t help but bring the topic back to business.

“Mr. Xu.”

“You must have heard about the fact that the Quantum Computer Laboratory of Guge Company achieved the control of thousands of qubits a few days ago, right?”

Although Xu Lei didn’t know why the other party suddenly asked this, he finally nodded truthfully: “Yes, I know about it.”

After receiving Xu Lei’s definite answer, he saw a little worry in his eyes, and then said in a serious tone: “Now that overseas research has surpassed us in quantum computer research, the country must invest more resources in the future.”

“Quantum technology is related to the development of the future era. We must conquer our own quantum computer.”

“This way we won’t get stuck technically.”

“So Mr. Xu, if you can establish a quantum computer research project, I very much welcome your support.”

After hearing Xie Chang’s words, Xu Lei immediately understood that the other party was worried about Guge’s latest quantum computer technology.

I am worried that the gap between China and overseas will become wider and wider.

When quantum computer research began overseas, China took prompt action. The Chinese Academy of Sciences took the lead and jointly conducted research on domestic quantum computers with the University of Science and Technology.

We just don’t want to let overseas countries widen the gap in the quantum field.

And in order to ensure that they can achieve results in the end, they are still working on two types of quantum computers, optical quantum and superconducting quantum computers.

However, no one thought of it.

Quantum computing, which was originally almost at the same level, will directly open up the gap several times due to the major breakthrough in Guge.

This situation is actually very dangerous. Guge may continue to improve several times on the basis of thousands of qubits at any time.

Under this situation, it is obviously unrealistic for Xie Chang and others to achieve technological breakthroughs in their quantum computer research projects in a short period of time. The best way is to let more financial talents focus on the quantum field.

As an influential company in the world, Future Technology has established a research center with talents in all aspects. Being able to conduct research on quantum computers is undoubtedly a good thing for the entire industry.

Xie Chang took the initiative to come over at this moment, just to see where Future Technology’s quantum computer project was progressing.

If necessary, he will provide technical assistance and guidance.

Anyway, no matter whose quantum computer achieves a technological breakthrough, it represents China’s position in the global quantum competition.

It happened that at this time, before Xie Chang could tell his purpose, Tian Yongmin suddenly intervened: “I seem to remember that Mr. Xu’s research direction is also the superconducting quantum type, and I can have an in-depth discussion with Professor Xie.”

“This will also help your quantum computer project reach the world’s leading level as soon as possible.”

Although Longfor Light has achieved the technical level of manipulating four million qubits, Xu Lei himself still respects professors like Xie Chang who have worked hard for the development of domestic quantum computers.

In addition, the other party is a senior in this field, so he must be open to asking for advice.

Therefore, Xu Lei did not refuse Tian Yongmin’s proposal, and immediately said: “If Professor Xie is willing to come to our laboratory to guide exchanges, then I will definitely welcome him warmly.”

Perhaps because he had a very good impression of Xu Lei, Xie Chang really wanted to give him guidance.

The next second, he took the initiative to ask about the situation of Longhu Light.

“Mr. Xu.”

“What level has your quantum computer research reached so far?”

“Has the problem with the refrigeration system been resolved?”

Seeing that Xie Chang was going to discuss the quantum computer project at this time, Xu Lei couldn’t help but not knowing how to answer.

After a slight hesitation, he finally chose to tell the truth.

“We have developed our own dilution refrigerator, and the core environment is relatively stable after testing.”

“What!”

“Already solved the dilution refrigerator?”

Xie Changdu was originally prepared to guide Xu Lei, but after hearing that Future Technology had successfully solved the refrigeration system and developed its own dilution refrigerator, he was stunned for a few seconds.

Because the project team he led was originally conducting research on superconducting quantum computers, he was very aware of the technical difficulties involved.

In his opinion, future technology should still be researching refrigeration systems during this period.

This process is now completed directly.

Its research speed is countless times faster than what they did back then.

Even Tian Yongmin next to him was full of surprise. Obviously, they did not expect such a result.

However, accidents were accidents, and they did not think that Xu Lei was deliberately exaggerating. After all, it was just a refrigeration system, and there was no need to over-exaggerate.

But at the same time, this also completely aroused Xie Chang’s curiosity and wanted to know how many qubits the Longfor Light superconducting quantum computer of future technology can currently control.

We must know that the number of qubits they can use today for their newly developed Zuchong-2 superconducting quantum computer is still in double digits.

Thinking of this, Xie Chang quickly came back to his senses and added: “Mr. Xu, I have a heartfelt request.”

“I wonder if it would be convenient to tell you how many qubits your company’s superconducting quantum computer can currently control?”

As Xie Chang finished speaking, the one with the most active thinking among the people present was Xiao Chengyong next to Xu Lei.

After all, Xiao Chengyong is very clear about the situation of his Longhu Light superconducting quantum computer project. In fact, he has almost been able to tell everyone this shocking news several times before. But he understands that this news may be announced to the public, but it must not be came out of his mouth.

What’s more, this time he was following Xu Lei to attend the school anniversary, and he had been told on the way that he might have to discuss cooperation with Warwick.

So much so that the best thing to do at a time like this is to remain silent.

Leave all the home games to Xu Lei to handle.

But he was quite curious and wanted to know how Xu Lei would answer Xie Chang’s question.

Who makes that is a terrifying four million qubits.

I have to say that Xu Lei couldn’t laugh or cry at this moment. He didn’t expect that he was just being humble as a junior, but he ended up causing such a little trouble.

Regarding the fact that Longfor Light can currently control four million qubits, it does not mean that it must be kept strictly confidential. Anyway, it is news that will be announced to the public sooner or later.

But the problem now is that if Xu Lei really says it, it is still a question whether Xie Changtian Yongmin and others will believe it.

But what I said just now has been released. If it is suddenly kept secret at this time, it will inevitably give people a bad feeling.

After finally pausing for a few seconds, Xu Lei saw the corners of his mouth slightly raised with a smile, and then opened his mouth to speak his answer.

“At present, the number of qubits that our Longhu Light can control is higher than that of Guge.”

“Taller than Guge!?”

If Xu Lei’s answer just now surprised Xie Chang, then at this moment there was only shock on his face.

I never expected that Future Technology’s quantum computer project would unknowingly reach the world’s leading level. After all, the number of controllable qubits exceeds the number of qubits, which means that it has exceeded the thousands.

Thinking that I had planned to instruct others just now, I felt even more ashamed.

But soon Xie Chang felt relieved again. He looked much more relaxed and couldn’t help but sigh: “But it’s so scary to be born in the future. I am absolutely relieved to have you in our country.”

After saying that, he turned around and left without wasting Xu Lei’s time.

At the same time, he did not let Xu Lei guide him.

Because for Xie Chang, his goal is just to make domestic quantum computer technology not lag behind overseas ones.

Now that future technology has done it, this is enough.

Seeing Xie Chang leaving, Tian Yongmin, who had just recovered from the shock, wanted to talk to Xu Lei for a few words, but he still caught up with Xie Chang after a slight hesitation.

Only Xiao Chengyong looked at the backs of the two of them and complained secretly in his heart: “It is indeed only a little higher than Gu Ge, but this is more than 3.9 million.”

“Mr. Xu.”

“Since you have other things to do, I won’t keep you at the lunch party.”

“I have to arrange other matters, so I’m afraid I won’t be able to accompany you.”

“Principal Yao, hurry up and get busy. I don’t need to worry about it.” Faced with Yao Liming’s words, Xu Lei responded quickly, then turned to Xiao Chengyong and ordered: “Let’s go over there quickly, Director Ren Chang Ke is still waiting.”

“It’s Mr. Xu.”

Xiao Chengyong naturally had no doubts about Xu Lei’s instructions. He nodded and followed Xu Lei outside the venue.

But as soon as he took two steps, he heard a familiar voice coming from behind.

“Mr. Xu, I heard everything you just said.”

Hearing this, Xu Lei stopped and turned around. After seeing Yu Hongliang’s hearty smile, he said helplessly: “It turns out to be Commander Yu. I didn’t expect to meet you here.”

“You kid, please don’t give me a bad look here. We are going to build one of the Longhu Lights.”

Yu Hongliang obviously had a clear purpose. He ignored Xu Lei’s polite words and directly mentioned the Longhu Light Quantum Computer when he came to him.