Quantum computing: Approaches, scalability, and the future of emerging technologies

Manoel Socorro Santos Azevedo; Marcelo Weber Schiller; João Paulo Modesto Damiano; Cristiano Peniche Ceccon; Gabriel Nunes Martins

doi:10.5935/jetia.v11i52.1924

Authors

Manoel Socorro Santos Azevedo Escola Superior de Tecnologia – EST-UEA. Manaus-Amazonas, Brazil. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0611-2906 (unauthenticated)
Marcelo Weber Schiller Escola Superior de Tecnologia – EST-UEA. Manaus-Amazonas, Brazil. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5677-0309 (unauthenticated)
João Paulo Modesto Damiano Escola Superior de Tecnologia – EST-UEA. Manaus-Amazonas, Brazil. https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1218-2378 (unauthenticated)
Cristiano Peniche Ceccon Escola Superior de Tecnologia – EST-UEA. Manaus-Amazonas, Brazil. https://orcid.org/0009-0001-1278-7467 (unauthenticated)
Gabriel Nunes Martins Escola Superior de Tecnologia – EST-UEA. Manaus-Amazonas, Brazil. https://orcid.org/0009-0002-9432-7479 (unauthenticated)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5935/jetia.v11i52.1924

Abstract

Quantum computing is an emerging field that promises to revolutionize science and technology by offering exponentially superior processing capabilities compared to classical computing. This paper analyzes three main approaches to quantum computer development: IBM’s scalable and modular systems, D-Wave’s practical solutions for optimization problems, and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)-based computers designed for education and research. We explore the technological advancements, practical applications, challenges, and future prospects of these approaches, demonstrating how they collectively pave the way for a future where quantum computing becomes indispensable