IonQ Announces Partnership with NKT Photonics for Next-Generation Laser Systems to Power Future Quantum Computers
IonQ has announced a strategic partnership with NKT Photonics to develop next-generation laser systems for quantum computers. NKT Photonics will deliver three prototype optical subsystems to IonQ in 2025, specifically designed for data center-ready quantum computers like IonQ Tempo and future barium-based systems. The laser systems will be modular, reliable, and rack-mountable, offering advantages in performance, cost, lead time, and SWAP (size, weight and power). This partnership aligns with IonQ's goal of delivering enterprise-grade quantum computers for data center environments.
IonQ ha annunciato una partnership strategica con NKT Photonics per sviluppare sistemi laser di nuova generazione per computer quantistici. NKT Photonics fornirà a IonQ tre prototipi di sottosistemi ottici nel 2025, specificamente progettati per computer quantistici pronti per i data center, come l'IonQ Tempo e i futuri sistemi basati sul bario. I sistemi laser saranno modulari, affidabili e montabili su rack, offrendo vantaggi in termini di prestazioni, costi, tempi di consegna e SWAP (dimensioni, peso e potenza). Questa partnership è in linea con l'obiettivo di IonQ di fornire computer quantistici di livello enterprise per ambienti di data center.
IonQ ha anunciado una asociación estratégica con NKT Photonics para desarrollar sistemas láser de próxima generación para computadoras cuánticas. NKT Photonics entregará tres prototipos de subsistemas ópticos a IonQ en 2025, diseñados específicamente para computadoras cuánticas listas para centros de datos como IonQ Tempo y futuros sistemas basados en bario. Los sistemas láser serán modulares, fiables y montables en rack, ofreciendo ventajas en términos de rendimiento, costo, tiempo de entrega y SWAP (tamaño, peso y potencia). Esta asociación se alinea con el objetivo de IonQ de ofrecer computadoras cuánticas de nivel empresarial para entornos de centros de datos.
IonQ는 NKT Photonics와 전략적 파트너십을 체결하여 양자 컴퓨터를 위한 차세대 레이저 시스템을 개발한다고 발표했습니다. NKT Photonics는 2025년 IonQ에게 데이터 센터에 적합한 양자 컴퓨터인 IonQ Tempo 및 향후 바륨 기반 시스템을 위해 특별히 설계된 3개의 프로토타입 광학 서브시스템을 제공합니다. 레이저 시스템은 모듈화되어 있으며, 신뢰성이 높고 랙 장착 가능하며, 성능, 비용, 리드 타임 및 SWAP(크기, 무게 및 전력) 측면에서 이점을 제공합니다. 이 파트너십은 데이터 센터 환경에 적합한 기업급 양자 컴퓨터를 제공하겠다는 IonQ의 목표에 부합합니다.
IonQ a annoncé un partenariat stratégique avec NKT Photonics pour développer des systèmes laser de nouvelle génération pour les ordinateurs quantiques. NKT Photonics livrera à IonQ trois prototypes de sous-systèmes optiques en 2025, spécialement conçus pour des ordinateurs quantiques adaptés aux centres de données tels qu'IonQ Tempo et les futurs systèmes basés sur le baryum. Les systèmes laser seront modulaires, fiables et montables en rack, offrant des avantages en termes de performances, de coûts, de temps de livraison et de SWAP (taille, poids et puissance). Ce partenariat s'aligne sur l'objectif d'IonQ de fournir des ordinateurs quantiques de niveau entreprise pour des environnements de centres de données.
IonQ hat eine strategische Partnerschaft mit NKT Photonics angekündigt, um Laser-Systeme der nächsten Generation für Quantencomputer zu entwickeln. NKT Photonics wird IonQ im Jahr 2025 drei Prototypen optischer Subsysteme liefern, die speziell für datacenterfähige Quantencomputer wie IonQ Tempo und zukünftige barumbasierte Systeme entworfen wurden. Die Lasersysteme werden modular, zuverlässig und rackmontierbar sein und Vorteile in Bezug auf Leistung, Kosten, Lieferzeit und SWAP (Größe, Gewicht und Leistung) bieten. Diese Partnerschaft entspricht dem Ziel von IonQ, enterprise-taugliche Quantencomputer für Rechenzentrumsumgebungen bereitzustellen.
- Strategic partnership secured for critical quantum computer components
- Advanced laser systems will enhance performance of future quantum computers
- Technology designed for better integration with data center environments
- Modular and rack-mountable design improves scalability and accessibility
- Prototype delivery not scheduled until 2025
- Systems still in development phase, not yet proven in commercial applications
Insights
This partnership marks a significant technological advancement in IonQ's quantum computing infrastructure. The integration of NKT Photonics' fiber laser systems addresses important technical challenges in quantum computer scalability. The modular, rack-mountable design and improved SWAP characteristics represent a major step toward practical, data center-ready quantum systems.
The focus on barium-based trapped ion systems is particularly noteworthy, as these systems offer potential advantages in coherence time and gate fidelity compared to current technologies. The delivery timeline of 2025 aligns with industry projections for quantum computing commercialization, though investors should note that technical implementation risks remain.
The partnership strengthens IonQ's supply chain and manufacturing capabilities, complementing their recent quantum computer manufacturing facility launch and European expansion. This vertical integration strategy could significantly impact production costs and system reliability.
NKT Photonics to deliver three innovative prototype optical subsystems to IonQ in 2025
NKT Photonics’ advanced laser systems will be integrated into IonQ’s upcoming data center-ready quantum systems
Today’s partnership with NKT Photonics demonstrates IonQ’s focus on delivering commercially scalable, enterprise-grade quantum computers that can easily integrate with today’s data center environments. NKT Photonics’ laser systems are based on fiber laser technology and provide a clear advantage in performance, cost, lead time and SWAP (size, weight and power). Additionally, these laser systems will be modular, reliable and rack-mountable, making them the ideal technology to address the laser wavelength and power requirements of IonQ’s barium-based trapped ion systems.
“We are pleased to partner with NKT Photonics as they share IonQ’s vision of developing high-performing, scalable and accessible quantum computers designed for enterprise data center environments,” said Dr. Dave Mehuys, Vice President, Product Engineering at IonQ. “Today’s partnership ensures IonQ systems are equipped with best-in-class laser technologies to power our next-generation quantum computers and networking solutions.”
“We look forward to partnering with IonQ and supplying them with our unique laser solutions to advance the quantum computing frontier. Today’s announcement extends NKT Photonics’ long history of delivering industry-leading optical solutions for innovators," said Basil Garabet, President and CEO of NKT Photonics.
Today’s agreement is the latest in a series of manufacturing and supply chain announcements that support IonQ’s goal of delivering high performance, enterprise-grade, commercial quantum systems. Earlier this year, IonQ announced the opening of the first manufacturing facility in the
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About IonQ
IonQ, Inc. is a leader in quantum computing that delivers high-performance systems capable of solving the world’s largest and most complex commercial and research use cases. IonQ’s current generation quantum computer, IonQ Forte, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems, boasting 36 algorithmic qubits. The company’s innovative technology and rapid growth were recognized in Fast Company’s 2023 Next Big Things in Tech List and Deloitte’s 2023 Technology Fast 500™ List, respectively. Available through all major cloud providers, IonQ is making quantum computing more accessible and impactful than ever before. Learn more at IonQ.com.
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