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Infleqtion Tests Optical Atomic Clock During US Navy Exercise

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Briefings

Infleqtion successfully demonstrated its Tiqker optical atomic clock aboard the U.S. Navy vessel RV Merlin during the Maritime Big Play Pacific exercise from October 2025 to October 2026. The system operated continuously for over two weeks under maritime conditions including temperature swings and vibration, validating precision timing independent of GPS. The demonstration supports the Navy's need for reliable navigation and communication systems when satellite signals are unavailable.

Key points

• Infleqtion operated the Tiqker optical atomic clock aboard the U.S. Navy support vessel RV Merlin for more than two weeks during the Maritime Big Play Pacific exercise.
• The Tiqker clock maintained precise timing during large temperature swings and sustained vibration, supporting navigation and communications when GPS signals are unavailable.

Context

The demonstration occurred during the Maritime Big Play Pacific (MBP-P) and BARB-26 exercises sponsored by the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research & Engineering. The event involved participation from the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and AUKUS partners in the Southern California operating area.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the two-week demonstration period aboard RV Merlin. Uncertainty exists regarding long-term operational reliability and integration timelines for future naval platforms. Specific operational data beyond temperature and vibration conditions remains unverified.

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