Sebastian Schmitt, Avetik Harutyunyan, Bernhard Sendhoff, "Quantum information technology: introduction and current state of research", Honda R&D Technical Review, 2023.

While quantum technologies have made great progress in recent years, several fundamental challenges remain unsolved today. At the same time, the benefit in case of a successful realization of quantum technologies for practical problems is expected to lead to major disruptions in many application domains. In this perspective paper, we first outline the principles underlying quantum information technology. Then, we describe specific application domains relevant to industry where quantum computing, quantum sensing, and quantum communication could be successfully employed. Finally, we briefly introduce the research topics currently investigated at the Honda Research Institutes which should prepare a successful application of quantum technologies on realistic applications in the future.