Quantum computers surpass classical systems through two quantum-mechanical phenomena: superposition and entanglement. They enable simultaneous states and connections between particles across distance. SAXON Q puts these properties to work with industry-ready NV technology.
Digital computers operate with binary 0s and 1s. A qubit, by contrast, can be both 0 and 1 at the same time — the “Schrödinger’s cat” state. Until it is measured, the quantum computer performs its calculations unobserved, delivering exponentially more computing power than classical systems.
Two or more qubits connect and interact without visible contact, even across distances — what Einstein called “spooky action at a distance”. Entanglement, combined with superposition, forms the foundation of the SAXON Q quantum computer.
Unlike competing systems that must be cooled to −273 °C, SAXON Q’s technology operates at room temperature without extensive peripherals. Diamond is the ideal material for precise, stable qubits. The SAXON Q diamond chip contains billions of carbon atoms; qubits form from individual nitrogen atoms placed into the diamond lattice, creating NV centers (nitrogen-vacancy centers) alongside missing carbon atoms. Nearby atomic nuclei at the NV centers contribute additional qubits.
NV centers decouple from the diamond lattice; only the qubits require laser cooling, enabling reliable room-temperature operation.
A compact, lightweight design with low energy consumption allows operation anywhere with power access, as long as conditions stay dry.
Low energy consumption and efficient use of resources make NV technology highly sustainable relative to the computing power delivered.
NV technology enables fast, simple gate operations for entanglement, with each NV center simultaneously controlling several neighbouring core qubits.
NV centers arranged in arrays provide high scalability, requiring only minimal control lines to run the complete system.
Multiple NV chips operate simultaneously in multicore systems, accelerating applications and reducing quantum errors. The standard offering is an 80-qubit multicore system.
Systems can be programmed via Qiskit, OpenQASM and a proprietary quantum-gate language.
The SAXON Q quantum computer runs in factories, offices or laboratories — wherever it is needed.
SAXON Q qubits use a patented process of nitrogen implantation and sulfur co-implantation in diamond, creating large qubit arrays with nanometre precision and high yield. The process is derived from established semiconductor manufacturing, ensuring easy scalability.
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