Project IQuAn – Combining High Performance Computing (HPC) and Quantum Computing

Partners from academia and industry, led by the University of Mainz, have started a collaborative research project with the ambitious goal to build a quantum computer, interface it with an existing supercomputer and also enable access to external users. Providing access to external parties is an important goal and a major step in bringing quantum computers out of the laboratory. This will stimulate applications and support the industry in finding solutions to certain complex problems, where quantum computers have a clear edge over classical computers.

The partners of this 12 Million Euro project are all experts in their respective fields. TOPTICA, a well-recognized international supplier of laser products for quantum technology, focuses on research concerning laser solutions for quantum computers within the framework of this project. This comprises laser systems as well as optical control units, which will control perfectly-timed laser pulses of precisely-defined frequency and duration for the quantum processor. Such laser solutions do not yet exist on the market. Building upon profound experience with other projects, TOPTICA strives to further increase its knowhow of laser solutions for quantum technology applications and quantum computers in particular.

The laser solutions are crucial for bringing quantum computers out of the laboratory. Stephan Ritter, Director for Quantum Technology Applications at TOPTICA Photonics AG, explains: “The combination of high-quality laser systems and optical control units is absolutely essential for reliably controlling the quantum system and driving the quantum computing operations.” Technologically remarkable will be the size, as the laser solution will take no more space than a wardrobe, instead of a full laboratory.

This project is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research under the program "Ion Quantum Processor – with HPC connection" (13N15678).

For any further information please consult our web page at www.toptica.com and visit the IQuAn website.

Über die TOPTICA Photonics AG

TOPTICA has been developing and manufacturing high-end laser systems for scientific and industrial applications for 20 years. Our portfolio includes diode lasers, ultrafast fiber lasers, terahertz systems and frequency combs. The systems are used for demanding applications in biophotonics, industrial metrology and quantum technology. TOPTICA is renowned for providing the widest wavelength coverage of diode lasers on the market, providing high-power lasers even at exotic wavelengths.

TOPTICA’s employees take pride in developing customized systems. In close collaboration with several universities and institutes, latest scientific discoveries are frequently incorporated into commercial products. With a global distribution network, TOPTICA provides exceptional service worldwide. With 340 employees TOPTICA earned revenue of 76 million Euro.

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Firmenkontakt und Herausgeber der Meldung:

TOPTICA Photonics AG
Lochhamer Schlag 19
82166 Gräfelfing
Telefon: +49 (89) 85837-0
Telefax: +49 (89) 85837-200
https://www.toptica.com

Ansprechpartner:
Jan Brubacher
Senior Expert Marketing
Telefon: +49 (89) 85837-0
Fax: +49 (89) 85837-200
E-Mail: jan.brubacher@toptica.com
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