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Quantum Intuition XR (QIXR)

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Jamie Ngoc Dinh, Marven Wong, Matthew Brooks, Charles Tahan, Myungin Lee"Quantum Intuition XR: Tangible Quantum Mechanics using Interactive XR Experience," IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics (TVCG) (IF 6.5), March 2026.
- Link: https://doi.org/10.1109/TVCG.2026.3679913

Motivated and Collaboration with A Quantum Wish - National Quantum Initiative by Charles Tahan

Understanding quantum mechanics is inherently challenging due to its counterintuitive principles. Quantum Intuition XR is an interactive, extended reality (XR) experience designed to make quantum concepts tangible. Our system visualizes core principles of quantum computing, including qubits, superposition, entanglement, and measurement, through immersive interaction. Using a Mixed Reality headset, participants engage with floating qubits, manipulate their states via controllers, and observe entanglement dynamics through real-time audiovisual feedback.

A key feature of our implementation is the mathematically accurate and dynamic representation of qubits, both individually and while interacting with each other. The visualization of the qubit states evolve—rotate, shrink, grow, entangle—depending on their actual quantum states, which depend on variables such as proximity to other qubits and user interaction.

 

Preliminary expert interviews and demonstrations with quantum specialists indicate that the system accurately represents quantum phenomena, suggesting strong potential to educate and enhance quantum intuition for non-expert audiences. This approach bridges abstract quantum mechanics with embodied learning, offering an intuitive and accessible way for users to explore quantum phenomena. Future work will focus on expanding multi-user interactions and refining the fidelity of quantum state visualizations.

How to experience QIXR?

Meta Quest 2/3S/3 compatible APK
(VR & XR only)

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*APK to Quest3 Headset Installation Tutorial

(video) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eSKtGeAb_8

Demo Video

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IEEE VR 2026 Presentation

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