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Universal Quantum Combines Ion Trap, Controls and Modular Links in New Chip

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Briefings

Universal Quantum launched the iQPU, a trapped-ion processor chip with over 400 mm2 active compute area, designed to integrate control electronics and modular UQConnect interconnects into a single unit. This approach enables manufacturing and scaling of quantum systems by combining the largest trapped-ion compute surface with built-in ultra-low noise control technology. The processor is fabricated on a commercial 200 mm semiconductor foundry line and will be integrated into customer systems, including two quantum computers under €67 million contracts with the German Aerospace Center (DLR).

Key points

• The iQPU is a trapped-ion processor chip with an active compute area of more than 400 mm2, fabricated on a commercial 200 mm semiconductor foundry line.
• Universal Quantum plans to integrate the iQPU into customer systems, including two quantum computers under €67 million in contracts with the German Aerospace Center (DLR).

Context

Universal Quantum launched the iQPU to address scaling challenges in quantum computing by combining the largest trapped-ion compute surface with built-in ultra-low noise control technology and modular UQConnect interfaces. The company plans to integrate the iQPU into customer systems, including two quantum computers under €67 million in contracts with the German Aerospace Center (DLR).

Limitations

Evidence covers the launch of the iQPU and its integration into two customer systems under €67 million contracts with the German Aerospace Center (DLR). No specific dates for the iQPU's operational launch are provided, and the scope is limited to the described integration and contract details.

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