Originally published on LinkedIn
Bringing Quantum Sensors to Fruition
Mar 25, 2022 | Charles Tahan
This is an archived copy of a LinkedIn post. The original is at the link above.
It’s time to push the next generation of quantum sensors for health, defense, and more out of the lab. Check out our latest NQI report:
BRINGING QUANTUM SENSORS TO FRUITION:
A Report by the SUBCOMMITTEE ON QUANTUM INFORMATION SCIENCE COMMITTEE ON SCIENCE
https://www.quantum.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/BringingQuantumSensorstoFruition.pdf
Quantum sensors and measurement devices provide accuracy, stability, and new capabilities that offer advantages for commercial, government, and scientific applications. Examples such as atomic clocks for Global Positioning System (GPS) navigation, and nuclear spin control for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are widely used already, with transformative impacts for society. In the near future, Quantum Information Science and Technology (QIST) can enable a new generation of similarly transformative sensors. Furthermore, this process can be accelerated if concerted efforts are prioritized as a part of the National Quantum Initiative (NQI).
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Agencies leading QIST R&D should accelerate the development of new quantum sensing approaches and prioritize appropriate partnerships with end users to elevate the technology readiness of new quantum sensors.
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Agencies that use sensors should conduct feasibility studies and jointly test quantum prototypes with QIST R&D leaders to identify promising technologies and to focus on quantum sensors that address their agency mission.
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Agencies that support engineering R&D should develop broadly applicable components and subsystems, such as compact reliable lasers and integrated optics, to facilitate the development of quantum technologies and promote economies of scale.
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Agencies should streamline technology transfer and acquisition practices to encourage the development and early adoption of quantum sensor technologies.