Imagine trying to run a super-powerful computer that only works at temperatures colder than outer space. Right now, we have the 'brain' (the qubits), but we lack the 'nervous system' to control it without everything overheating or breaking. This work builds the specialized wiring and chips that can survive and operate in extreme cold to make these computers practical.
Quantum computers cannot scale because the control electronics required to manage qubits are not designed for extreme cold, creating a bottleneck in hardware deployment.
A suite of cryo-compatible microelectronics, ultra-low loss substrates, and photonic circuits designed for quantum processor control.
If you are a hardware manufacturer dealing with the difficulty of scaling up qubit control—this project developed scalable cryogenic control infrastructure that bridges the gap between qubit research and operational machinery.
If you are an equipment provider dealing with signal loss in extreme environments—this project developed cryo-compatible ultra-low loss substrates and photonic circuits that improve communication efficiency.
If you are a sensor developer dealing with electronic noise at low temperatures—this project developed cryogenic microelectronics and components that enhance sensing performance in cold environments.
Based on available project data, specific pricing or cost figures for the components are not provided.
The project aims to establish a complete European supply chain and develop scalable solutions, but it is currently in the development and benchmarking phase.
Based on available project data, specific licensing terms are not listed, though the project involves 23 industrial partners including 14 SMEs.
It focuses on creating the control machinery and interfacing electronics specifically designed to bridge the void between qubits and scaled systems.
The project period runs from 2024-04-01 to 2027-03-31, suggesting results will be finalized by early 2027.
The project is heavily industry-driven, with 23 industrial partners (64% of the consortium) and 14 SMEs, indicating a strong push toward commercialization. The balance of 7 RTOs and 6 academic partners ensures that the high-level research is immediately translated into industrial applications across 11 European and North American countries.
Contact imec (Interuniversitair Micro-electronica Centrum) in Belgium
Contact us to connect with the ARCTIC consortium for cryogenic component sourcing.
