Quantum computing is steadily transitioning from theory to application, and SaxonQ is contributing to this shift. As 2025 begins, our portable quantum computer is being adopted by two major research institutions—the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and the Fraunhofer Quantum Computing Network—supporting their work in developing practical quantum applications.
DLR Validates SaxonQ’s Quantum Computer for Research and Industry
SaxonQ’s 4-qubit demonstrator has successfully completed all tests within the DLR Quantum Computing Initiative—a first for any manufacturer. These evaluations, known for their high standards, confirmed that the system operates reliably at room temperature and meets the requirements for practical use.
With this validation, DLR and its partners can now begin working with real quantum hardware to explore new applications and further the integration of quantum computing into industrial settings.
Marius Grundmann, CEO of SaxonQ:
“DLR’s evaluation provides us and our partners with an objective assessment of our system’s performance in real-world conditions. It’s an important step toward making quantum computing more widely accessible.”
Fraunhofer Quantum Computing Network to Deploy SaxonQ’s System
SaxonQ’s portable quantum computer has also been selected for deployment at the Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology (IWU) in Chemnitz. Early next year, we will deliver a 4-qubit system with an option to scale to 8, 16, and beyond, along with documentation and training.
Fraunhofer’s Quantum Computing Network, known for its focus on applied research, plans to use the system to explore quantum applications that go beyond cloud-based solutions.
The system will support:
– Optimization problems in industrial production
– On-site quantum computing capabilities
– Hardware benchmarking to evaluate different quantum technologies
Additionally, it will be used to introduce industry partners to practical quantum computing applications and train students and researchers in quantum technology.
With DLR’s validation and Fraunhofer’s adoption, SaxonQ’s technology is being integrated into real research environments. These partnerships mark a step forward in applying quantum computing beyond the laboratory. Following this milestone, SaxonQ is now focused on scaling to more qubits for the next generation of their mobile quantum computer.
