# Nano Computer Refrigerators Researchers Found an Affordable Way to Keep Quantum Computers Cool By Alyson Wyers | Published 2017-06-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quantum-computers References: [springwise](https://www.springwise.com/electron-refrigerators-will-help-keep-quantum-computers-cool/) & [physics.aalto.fi](http://physics.aalto.fi/en/groups/qcd/) Designed to keep quantum computers cool, this electron refrigerator was developed by [Aalto University](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildfire-prediction-tool) researchers in Finland. The quantum computing and devices group invented a way to fire electrons through nano-sized tunnels in order to address the issue of heat production. Unlike other computers that use fans to keep units from overheating, the scale of nano computers means the tiniest fluctuations could result in unreliable errors. The built-in nano-refrigerating system cools down the quantum bit in a way that is affordable, especially compared to maintaining quantum computers at what is referred to as near-absolute zero conditions. The quantum-circuit refrigerator is explained in further detail in the academic journal [Nature Communications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/university-of-michigan). This is just one example of the possibilities ahead for nano computing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nano Computing:** Using nano-sized tunnels to address heat production in quantum computers. - **Quantum Cooling:** Developing affordable refrigerating systems to cool down quantum bits. - **Disruptive Innovation in Quantum Computing:** Exploring new ways to maintain quantum computers without the need for near-absolute zero conditions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Computer Hardware:** Innovating cooling technologies for quantum computers. - **Semiconductor Manufacturing:** Developing nano-sized tunnels for heat management in quantum computers. - **Artificial Intelligence:** Applying advancements in quantum cooling to further enhance AI technologies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solid-State Heat Dissipation Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phononic-hex-2.md) - [Personal Peltier Effect Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/semiconductor-cooled-portable.md) - [Magnetic Device Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/devaso-fan.md) - [Ion-Wind PC Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-cooler.md) - [Solid-State Cooled PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solid-state-cooled-pc.md) - [Compact Fanless Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fanless-computers.md) - [Energy-Efficient Data Servers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incooling.md) - [Solid-State Tech Cooling Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ventiva-solidstate-cooling-system.md) - [Watercooled Mini PC Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atomman.md)