Quantum computers are still in their early developmental stages, but there is a lot of potential for quantum technology to change the way we process information. One promising type of quantum computer is the trapped ion quantum computer.

Trapped ion quantum computers use ions (charged atoms) as their quantum bits, or qubits. The ions are trapped in a vacuum and held in place by electric fields. The strength of the electric fields can be controlled to keep the ions in place and allow them to interact with each other.

The ions are manipulated using lasers, which can be used to …