September 25th, 2024
Ion-trap quantum computer ready for novel research and development at the LRZ
AQT’s ion-trap quantum computer, procured by the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre and Munich Quantum Valley, is now operational at LRZ’s Quantum Integration Centre, making it the first of its kind in a computing center.
The next quantum computer is ready for use in research and development at the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre (LRZ) of the Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities. The system is based on trapped-ion technology and computes with 20 qubits. Installing innovative computing technology in a data center environment typically takes about a year before it is deemed ready for reliable operation. However, the LRZ team from the Quantum Computing and Technology (QCT) department, in collaboration with experts from AQT, successfully completed the installation ahead of this timeline. Although some adjustments were necessary to meet the operational parameters of the computer room – such as dust filtering and vibration – the system is now fully operational and performing computations. Starting in October, researchers from MQV and its partner organizations will be able to access and utilize the system as part of an early user program.
Statements from the partners involved
“The integration of AQT’s advanced trapped-ion quantum technology into LRZ’s supercomputing and hybrid software environment represents a unique, holistic approach to advancing quantum research. This collaboration strengthens MQV’s resources, boosts its capacity for innovation, enables pioneering discoveries, and enhances MQV’s position as a leader in quantum computing.”
Prof. Dr. Joachim Ullrich, Director General MQV
“I am pleased that AQT is the first hardware provider to install and commission a trapped ion quantum computer in a data center. Thanks to the modular 19-inch architecture the system seamlessly found its place in the QIC of the LRZ. After the delivery in December 2023 and set up within a few months, LRZ researchers are now running their first circuits on Europe’s most powerful quantum computer. This demonstrates that AQT is pioneering on-premise HPC-QC integration and a strong player in the field of cloud computing. I would like to sincerely thank everyone involved for the constructive collaboration.”
Dr. Thomas Monz, founder and CEO of AQT
“We’re excited to have AQT’s system in our QIC and look forward to strong collaboration with AQT and MQV as we further develop the Munich Quantum Software Stack to deliver a robust, end-to-end hybrid quantum-HPC computation resource and to provide our users with this advanced quantum technology for their scientific pursuits.”
Laura Schulz, head of Quantum Computing and Technologies at LRZ
© Photocredit: MQV | Jan Greune
August 30th, 2024
The total value of the delivery, including services, amounts to 12.28 million euros. AQT is delivering a quantum computer to the Poznan Supercomputing and Networking Center (PSNC) in Poland.
April 12th, 2024
A hybrid system that marries quantum computing with traditional high-performance computing is currently being developed in Austria.
