Energy Dept joins industry partners in space for quantum technology

An Energy Department project titled the Quantum and Space Collaboration has drawn in several industry participants with the goal to harness cutting-edge quantum technologies for pivotal advancements. This initiative, spearheaded by the DOE, involves quantum computing, quantum sensing, and quantum secure communications to exploit the unique behaviors of quantum technologies in space. The project envisions leveraging these technologies to enhance communication security, sensing accuracy, and computational capabilities in low-gravity environments, promising significant advancements in various sectors including defense, energy, and beyond.