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TYPE II Civilization? Elon Musk eyes Google's investment in quantum computers that can do 10 billion years' worth of calculations in minutes

Written by Bruno Teles
Published 19/12/2024 às 19:07
TYPE II Civilization? Elon Musk eyes Google's investment in quantum computers that can do 10 billion years' worth of calculations in minutes
A Type II civilization, according to the Kardashev scale, is capable of utilizing all the available energy of its star, which is equivalent to about 4 x 10^26 watts in the case of the Sun. This achievement requires megastructures such as Dyson Spheres, which would capture and convert stellar energy to meet the needs of this advanced civilization.

With the power to perform calculations that would take 10^25 years in just 5 minutes, Elon Musk and Sundar Pichai plan to take quantum chips into space to explore the multiverse and propel humanity towards an advanced civilization.

Have you ever imagined a future where calculations that are impossible for today’s most advanced computers can be solved in minutes? This has already started to happen with Willow, Google’s new quantum chip. Now, Sundar Pichai and Elon Musk are taking this innovation to the next level: space. But why is this so important? And what could this collaboration change in our future? Let’s find out!

Quantum computing: what it is and why it is revolutionary

Google's Willow chip can perform complex calculations in less than 5 minutes, something that would take a classical supercomputer more than 10^25 years to do. It uses advanced qubits that reduce errors exponentially as their number increases, solving quantum computing challenges that remained insurmountable 30 years ago.
Google’s Willow chip, which Elon Musk is eyeing, can perform complex calculations in less than 5 minutes, something that would take a classical supercomputer over 10^25 years. It uses advanced qubits that reduce errors exponentially as their number increases, solving quantum computing challenges that remained insurmountable 30 years ago.

Quantum computing promises to revolutionize everything, from materials science to space exploration. Unlike classical computers, which process information in bits (0s and 1s), quantum computers use qubits, which are capable of representing 0s and 1s simultaneously thanks to a phenomenon called superposition. This means they can solve problems exponentially faster.

Google’s quantum chip, Willow, is an example of how this technology is evolving. In tests, it solved calculations in minutes that would take billions of years for today’s best supercomputers. It’s like comparing a Formula 1 car to a horse-drawn carriage – the difference is monumental.

With this capability, chips like Willow could transform areas such as healthcare, by creating more effective medicines, and energy, by optimizing the use of resources. Imagine science advancing in decades instead of centuries!

Sundar Pichai and Elon Musk's proposal: quantum computers in space

Sundar Pichai proposed something audacious: sending quantum computers into space using SpaceX’s Starship rockets. This caught the attention of Elon Musk, who wasted no time in embracing the idea.

In space, factors such as zero gravity and extremely low temperatures create ideal conditions for testing quantum computing to its full potential. The distance from terrestrial interference can help to conduct more precise experiments.

This partnership brings together the best of both worlds: Google’s expertise in quantum computing and SpaceX’s ability to explore space. Together, they could open doors to advancements we can’t even imagine yet.

Quantum Computers and the Multiverse

One of the most intriguing aspects of quantum computing is its relationship to the multiverse. Google suggests that qubits operate in many parallel universes, which reinforces the theory that we live in a multiverse.

When a qubit solves a calculation, it is “navigating” through several possibilities simultaneously. It is as if each decision creates a new universe – an idea that mixes science and philosophy.

If proven, this theory could change our perception of reality. Who knows? Maybe there is a universe where you are already an expert in quantum computing!

The Role of Elon Musk and the Kardashev Scale for a Type II Civilization

Dyson Spheres are theoretical megastructures designed to completely envelop a star and capture up to 100% of its energy, harnessing about 4 x 10^26 watts in the case of the Sun. This idea, proposed by Freeman Dyson in 1960, is seen as a solution to meet the energy demands of a Type II civilization on the Kardashev scale.
Dyson Spheres are theoretical megastructures designed to completely envelop a star and capture up to 100% of its energy, harnessing about 4 x 10^26 watts in the case of the Sun. This idea, proposed by Freeman Dyson in 1960, is seen as a solution to meet the energy demands of a Type II civilization on the Kardashev scale.

Elon Musk sees quantum computing as an essential step towards achieving his vision of the future: transforming humanity into an advanced civilization.

Musk often mentions the Kardashev scale, which ranks civilizations by their ability to harness energy. We’re just at the beginning (type I), but quantum computing could help us reach type II, where we control all the energy in our solar system.

To do this, it would be necessary to build giant structures, such as Dyson spheres, which capture all the energy of a star. It sounds like science fiction, but with the current pace of innovation, it may not be so far away.

The union of brilliant minds like Sundar Pichai and Elon Musk promises to transform not only technology, but also our worldview. Quantum computing in space could be the beginning of a new era for humanity, bringing advances that go beyond our current understanding.

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Euvaldo Ribeiro Junior
Euvaldo Ribeiro Junior
20/12/2024 09:35

Unimaginable what a chip like this can do!

Orlando LS
Orlando LS
21/12/2024 07:10

Calm down, exaggerated, over the top, fake. Civilization is still, at most, 0,7, not yet reached, it is far from 1,0, far from the great filter. Furthermore, China already has a 505-qubit quantum computer in operation... Furthermore, on the Kardashev scale, it is necessary to include the entire Solar System...

Bruno Teles

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