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GOTT Funds NPL Project to Scale Trapped-Ion Quantum Technology
Publication: The Quantum Insider
Author: Mohib Ur Rehman
Source published: 21/10/2026, 15:16:16 UTC
Briefing created: 21/10/2026, 16:05:05 UTC
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Briefings
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) secured GOTT funding to develop a batch packaging process for trapped-ion quantum computing, addressing manufacturing bottlenecks that limit production yield. This project aims to support scalable manufacturing of ion traps for networked quantum architectures, building on existing NPL technology used at NPL, the University of Oxford, and the National Quantum Computing Centre. The initiative seeks to bridge the gap between laboratory research and deployable systems, supporting the UK's leadership in quantum technology.
Key points
- NPL secured GOTT funding to develop a batch packaging process for trapped-ion quantum computing to address manufacturing bottlenecks.
- The project supports scalable manufacturing of ion traps for networked quantum architectures, utilizing existing NPL technology at NPL, the University of Oxford, and the National Quantum Computing Centre.
Context
Trapped-ion systems are a leading quantum computing platform due to their exceptional fidelity, stability, and scalability, with NPL having developed a microfabricated ion microtrap capable of confining and manipulating ion arrays. The project builds on a previous GOTT Knowledge Asset Grant Fund project that installed an NPL microtrap system at the National Quantum Computing Centre, marking the first demonstration of trapped-ion technology within NQCC laboratories.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single press release and internal briefing document from October 2026. Specific project timelines, exact funding amounts, and long-term performance metrics are not provided. The scope covers only the packaging process development and does not include details on future deployment timelines or specific industry partnerships.
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