Quantum Brilliance and ParityQC have been awarded a one of the three contracts by Cyberagentur, Germany’s agency for innovation in cybersecurity, to develop the world’s first mobile quantum computer by 2027. The €35 million project aims (total for this and two other contracts) to advance miniaturized quantum technology for defense, security, and civilian applications, positioning Germany as a leader in technological innovation.
Quantum Brilliance will focus on miniaturizing quantum chips using nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in diamonds, which can operate at room temperature, while ParityQC will develop scalable quantum architecture and an operating system. The collaboration is designed to address the challenges of creating a mobile quantum computer capable of handling complex simulations and real-time data analysis in the field.
Requirements for the mobile quantum computer indicate that it must support at least 50 entangled qubits at a 98% or higher gate fidelity. The size must be no larger than 1 cubit meter in volume with a weight of under 300 kilograms. Power consumption should be under 3 kilowatts from a standard 230 volt power source and the system must be resistant to vibrations, electromagnetic fields and temperature fluctuations, and operate at room temperature. Also, the system must be scalable and provide for fully automated operation. Delivery of the system will need to occur by 2027.
The mobile quantum computer will offer secure, high-speed computing in remote environments, with potential applications in optimizing troop movements, analyzing battlefield scenarios, and simulating chemical agents. Beyond defense, the technology could eventually be used in scientific research, supply chain management, and finance.
A press release with additional information about this award has been posted on the Quantum Brilliance website here. Another press release provided by Cyberagentur about the whole project can be seen here.
September 18, 2024
