Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) announced its first order for a thin film lithium niobate (TFLN) photonic chip from a major Asian research and technology institute. This initial order signals a rise in demand for QCi’s TFLN photonic fabrication technology, which produces high-performance photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and nanophotonic devices. QCi aims to drive TFLN’s adoption across the telecom, data communication, and quantum computing sectors, positioning it as a foundational technology for these fast-evolving fields.
QCi’s specialized TFLN processing techniques support high-growth markets requiring precision optical devices and photonic engines, particularly for coherent communication systems. The order will employ QCi’s proprietary etching, processing, and wafer-scale characterization capabilities, with two customized fabrication runs planned to meet the institute’s specifications. The initial photonic chips are slated for delivery in December 2024, with full order completion by the close of Q1 2025.
As part of the order, QCi will provide in-house photonic chip design services, enhancing its appeal for clients seeking tailored photonic solutions. This news follows recent MOUs with industry partners to develop process design kits (PDKs) and design services. The company anticipates further orders as it readies the QCi Foundry, set to open in Tempe, Arizona, in early 2025.
• First TFLN photonic chip order from an Asian research and technology institute
• Focus on telecom, data communication, and quantum computing sectors
• Proprietary processing capabilities: etching, wafer-scale characterization, and photonic design services
• Delivery schedule: initial chips in December 2024, full order by Q1 2025
• New MOUs for PDKs and design services to support QCi Foundry launch in Q1 2025
“QCi is thrilled to announce this first order for the QCi Foundry, which reflects the increasing global interest in our advanced TFLN technology,” said Dr. Pouya Dianat, Director of PICs and Foundry Services at QCi. “By integrating TFLN into our own quantum technology, we enhance the precision and performance of our systems.”
