Mumbai: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has announced a strategic partnership with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to develop India’s first Quantum Diamond microchip imager. This advanced sensing tool is designed to test the quality of semiconductor chips and will be constructed over the next two years at IIT Bombay’s PQuest Lab by TCS experts.
The Quantum Diamond microchip imager aims to significantly enhance the quality control of semiconductor chips, reducing the chances of chip failures and boosting the efficiency of electronic devices. By enabling more precise and non-destructive examination of chips, this innovation will improve the reliability, safety, and energy efficiency of electronic products.
Dr. Kasturi Saha, Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIT Bombay, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration. “The PQuest group at IIT Bombay is excited to collaborate with TCS on developing a quantum imaging platform for the nondestructive examination of chips, leveraging our extensive expertise in quantum sensing to drive innovation. By working together, we aim to transform various sectors, including electronics and healthcare, and propel India forward through groundbreaking technologies and products,” said Dr. Saha.
This collaboration aligns with the National Quantum Mission, an initiative by the Indian government to establish the country as a global leader in quantum technology. The indigenous Quantum Diamond microchip imager will integrate quantum diamond microscopy with AI/ML-powered software imaging, positioning India at the forefront of the quantum revolution.
Harrick Vin, Chief Technology Officer of TCS, highlighted the significance of the project. “The Second Quantum revolution is progressing at an unprecedented speed, making it imperative to pool our resources and expertise to build cutting-edge capabilities in sensing, computing, and communication technologies,” he said.
As semiconductor chips continue to shrink in size, traditional sensing methods often fall short in precision and capability to detect anomalies. The Quantum Diamond microchip imager utilizes defects in a diamond’s structure, known as Nitrogen-Vacancy (NV) centers, along with sophisticated hardware and software, to detect and characterize anomalies in semiconductor chips.
The applications of this technology extend beyond microelectronics, encompassing biological and geological imaging, and fine-scale imaging of magnetic fields, among other areas. This pioneering project is expected to drive significant advancements in various fields, demonstrating the power and potential of quantum technology in practical applications.
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