Infleqtion, a leading quantum information company, has secured $11 million in funding from the US Department of Defense to accelerate the deployment of its Tiqker technology, a highly accurate and resilient timing solution for defense applications.
The funding is part of the Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT) program, which aims to rapidly transition mature technologies into production. Infleqtion’s CEO, Matthew Kinsella, stated that the ability to provide highly accurate and reliable timing is vital for defense operations, and this funding will enable the integration of Tiqker into defense systems faster, giving the US military a critical edge in maintaining operational advantage.
The Tiqker technology leverages cutting-edge quantum technology to deliver next-generation optical clocks that can overcome the limitations of legacy time and frequency systems, offering unprecedented performance even in demanding environments.
Accelerating Quantum Timing for Defense Applications
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded Infleqtion $11 million in funding as part of the Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT) program. This funding supports Infleqtion’s work on the Rack Mounted Optical Clocks project, with a focus on advancing precision timing solutions for defense applications.
The APFIT program is designed to rapidly transition mature technologies into production, ensuring that warfighters receive critical capabilities sooner. The program focuses on technologies developed by small businesses and nontraditional defense contractors, emphasizing the rapid procurement and deployment of innovative solutions that enhance national security. In this context, Infleqtion’s Rack Mounted Optical Clocks project has received a total of $22 million in funding through the APFIT program.
The project leverages cutting-edge quantum technology to deliver highly accurate, stable, and resilient timekeeping solutions. These next-generation optical clocks are designed to overcome the limitations of legacy time and frequency systems, offering unprecedented performance even in the most demanding environments. The ability to provide highly accurate and reliable timing is vital for defense operations, including secure communications, navigation, and synchronization of complex systems.
Enhancing Military Operational Readiness with Quantum Timing
Infleqtion’s Tiqker, a Rack Mounted Optical Clock, will support a range of defense areas, including assured communications, GPS-denied navigation, anti-spoof timing, and synchronization for emerging technologies like one-way attack drone protection. Tiqker leverages rapid optical transitions between quantum states of atoms, offering a dramatic increase in accuracy and stability compared to alternatives.
Designed for seamless integration into defense systems, Tiqker provides the performance required for complex operations in contested environments. The deployment of Tiqker represents a significant step forward in ensuring operational readiness and technological dominance. As the demand for precision timing grows, particularly in environments where GPS signals are unreliable or unavailable, the development of advanced timekeeping systems is a priority for national defense.
Overcoming Limitations of Legacy Time and Frequency Systems
Infleqtion’s optical clocks provide a solution that ensures continuity of operations in scenarios where GPS signals are unreliable or unavailable. These next-generation optical clocks reduce dependency on vulnerable systems and enhance resilience. The development of advanced timekeeping systems is critical for national defense, as it enables the military to maintain operational advantage in contested environments.
The APFIT award further supports Infleqtion’s commitment to delivering state-of-the-art innovations that meet the evolving needs of defense and security sectors. As a company at the forefront of quantum technology, Infleqtion is well-positioned to drive advancements in precision timing solutions for defense applications.
Quantum Technologies for National Resilience and Security
The development of advanced timekeeping systems is just one example of how quantum technologies can enhance national resilience and security. The potential applications of quantum technologies are vast, with implications for both military and civilian sectors. As the demand for precision timing grows, companies like Infleqtion are at the forefront of driving innovation in this space.
Infleqtion’s commitment to delivering state-of-the-art innovations is reflected in its upcoming live discussion titled: Quantum Technologies for National Resilience and Security. The event, scheduled for January 23, 2025, will bring together experts to discuss the role of quantum technologies in enhancing national security and resilience.
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