Infleqtion to install quantum hardware at UK’s National Quantum Computing Centre
Quantum component manufacturer Infleqtion is to install a neutral atom quantum computer at the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) at Harwell Science and Innovation Campus
Infleqtion will be the first company to deploy hardware at the NQCC, as part of the center’s quantum testbed program. The news comes on the heels of Infleqtion’s rapid advancement in quantum gate fidelity.
Founded in 2007 and with offices in the US, the UK, and Australia, Infleqtion develops and designs instruments and systems for quantum technology applications.
Tim Ballance, President of Infleqtion UK, said, “Our recent installation is part of Infleqtion’s dedication to leading facility logistics in partnership with our colleagues at the NQCC. Together, we are establishing crucial infrastructure components such as network infrastructure, safety protocols, and security measures. Infleqtion has completed our second milestone, which includes the installation and in-situ characterisation of primary lasers, optical, vacuum, and electronic subsystems necessary for the quantum computer to function. This accomplishment demonstrates our advanced technology and expertise in the field.”
In parallel to the delivery of the quantum computing testbed hardware, Infleqtion’s quantum software team are working closely on near term applications of quantum computing with NQCC researchers and Infleqtion’s partners Oxfordshire County Council, Riverlane, and QinetiQ. This work includes using Infleqtion’s Superstaq software to apply quantum optimisation to tackle challenges such as traffic management in Oxfordshire. A principal goal of these activities is to demonstrate the practical applications of quantum technology on both a regional and national scale, particularly in areas such as national security and defence.
Infleqtion will also participate in the upcoming UK Quantum Hackathon, NQCC’s flagship annual event under the SparQ user engagement programme. This event unites aspiring end users with industry mentors to solve practical challenges using quantum computing. Aimed at students and early career researchers, the hackathon offers hands-on experience with quantum algorithms and coding. Over three days, participants will work in teams to develop solutions and showcase their results in healthcare, energy, and engineering. Infleqtion will equip users NQCC Hackathon users with its Superstaq quantum software platform, to achieve optimal performance from quantum computers.
Infleqtion’s CEO, Matthew Kinsella, remarked, “The NQCC installation is a significant achievement for Infleqtion and underscores our capability to deliver commercial solutions. We are thrilled to be the first quantum company to deploy hardware at the Harwell Campus in Oxfordshire to accelerate innovation, foster industry adoption, and facilitate research on application development.”
Dr. Michael Cuthbert, NQCC’s Director, said, “These system-level prototypes will help the NQCC and its collaborators to understand the unique characteristics of different hardware approaches, establish appropriate metrics for each qubit architecture, and explore the types of applications that benefit most from each technological approach. This will directly feed into the NQCC’s ongoing engagement with organisations across academia, industry, and government to develop use cases for early-stage quantum computers and to identify the innovations needed to accelerate the development and adoption of this transformative technology.”
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