Investigating Low Loss Substrates for Improved Qubit Coherence Times
- Fermilab
Superconducting qubits are sensitive to dielectric losses from substrates, making the identification, optimization, and preparation of low-loss materials essential for enhancing qubit coherence times. In this work, we utilize Nb superconducting radio-frequency (SRF) cavities as a high-precision measurement tool to study the dielectric loss tangent of substrates with parts-per-billion sensitivity. This technique enables temperature- and field-resolved measurements, providing deep insights into the behavior of candidate materials such as sapphire and silicon. We explore the impact of substrate preparation techniques, examining how surface treatments and cleaning protocols influence dielectric loss. These studies highlight both the microscopic origins of loss in these substrates and the critical role of preparation methods, helping to identify key materials and processes that minimize dielectric loss, crucial for improving qubit performance.
- Research Organization:
- Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (FNAL), Batavia, IL (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- US Department of Energy
- DOE Contract Number:
- 89243024CSC000002
- OSTI ID:
- 2550653
- Report Number(s):
- FERMILAB-SLIDES-25-0041-SQMS; oai:inspirehep.net:2906520
- Journal Information:
- No journal information, Journal Name: No journal information
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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