Quantum computers "made in Germany": Quantum Brilliance is commercialization partner in the BMBF-funded research project "Spinning"
German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) supports quantum computing project with more than 16 million euros
Fraunhofer IAF is leading a project to develop a demonstrator for a quantum computer, including the possibility of connecting it to conventional computer systems
STUTTGART, March 8, 2022 — Quantum Brilliance, the German-Australian manufacturer of innovative quantum computing hardware, is the commercialization partner in the joint project "Spinning – spin-photon-based diamond-based quantum computer": Under the leadership of the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF, 28 renowned experts from science and industry are developing a demonstrator for a quantum computer "made in Germany" and the necessary peripherals to connect it to traditional computer systems. The compact, scalable quantum processor will be based on spin qubits in synthetic diamond. The new hardware is expected to be characterized in particular by longer operating times, low error rates and reliable operation – and all this with a low cooling requirement. This would allow it to be used in close proximity to classical computer systems. In the future, this quantum processor will also calculate the products of highly complex quantum chemical reactions. The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research with more than 16 million euros and will run for three years. The corresponding project profile can be found here. As a commercialization partner, Quantum Brilliance pays attention to the requirements of the industry and consistently keeps an eye on broad application scenarios as well as usability in practice.
Spin qubits made of synthetic diamond
For the development of the quantum processor with spin qubits made of synthetic diamond, nitrogen atoms (NV centers) are specifically implanted in the diamond lattice. These act as computer nodes between which the quantum properties are transferred by light. This is also intended to lay the foundation for later scaling. The first model will work with up to 10 qubits, later with 100 qubits and more. Overall, the design is characterized by the highest level of connectivity and flexible configurability. A press release from Fraunhofer IAF on the project can be found here.
"The aim of our work is, among other things, to ensure reliable operation of such an innovative quantum computer and to create peripherals to make computing power available to a broad group of users, for example via cloud computing," explains Prof. Dr. Rüdiger Quay, project coordinator of "Spinning" and managing director of Fraunhofer IAF.
"We are delighted to be part of this exciting project funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and led by Fraunhofer IAF. Quantum computing is one of the central topics of the future – with a potential that is second to none. With its research landscape, local industry and public funding, Germany offers the perfect conditions to occupy a – if not the – top position in this promising industry," explains Mark Mattingley-Scott, European Head of Quantum Brilliance. "Now it is important to think about and implement the findings of research in commercial products and solutions. To ensure that the results and every euro invested in publicly funded research benefit Germany as a business location and bring great benefits to society and the economy. The commercialization and practical usability of quantum technology are now increasingly in focus."
Partners
In addition to Quantum Brilliance, six universities, two non-profit research institutions, four industrial companies (SMEs and spin-offs) and fourteen associated partners (ten of which are companies) are working on the spinning project under the leadership of the Freiburg-based Fraunhofer IAF. All participants are highly active in the field of pre-competitive hardware, firmware and software development.
Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF (Coordinator)
Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Systems and Device Technology IISB
Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
University of Konstanz
University of Heidelberg
Technical University of Munich
University of Ulm
Diamond Materials GmbH, Freiburg im Breisgau
NVision Imaging Technologies GmbH, Ulm
Qinu GmbH, Karlsruhe
University of Stuttgart
Quantum Brilliance GmbH, Stuttgart
Swabian Instruments GmbH, Stuttgart
14 associated partners from academia and industry
About Fraunhofer IAF The Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF
is one of the world's leading research institutions in the fields of III/V semiconductors and synthetic diamonds. On the basis of these materials, Fraunhofer IAF develops components for future-oriented technologies, such as electronic circuits for innovative communication and mobility solutions, laser systems for spectroscopic real-time sensor technology, novel hardware components for quantum computers, and quantum sensors for industrial applications. With its research and development work, the Freiburg-based research institute covers the entire value chain – from materials research to design and processing to the realization of modules, systems and demonstrators.
www.iaf.fraunhofer.de
About Quantum Brilliance Founded in 2019, Quantum Brilliance
is a venture-backed Australian-German manufacturer of quantum computing hardware. The company offers quantum accelerators made of synthetic diamonds as well as a set of software tools and applications. The vision is to enable the widespread use of quantum accelerators – to enable industry to take advantage of edge computing applications and next-generation supercomputers. Quantum Brilliance has partnerships in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific, working with governments, supercomputing centers, research institutions and industry leaders.