AQLight

In this project, we are partnering with Aquark Technologies to develop a compact, cost-effective silicon photonic integrated circuit to replace traditional bulky fibre collimators in cold-atom systems. Our aim is to design, fabricate, and characterise a first prototype that will drive system miniaturisation and scalability, which are key enablers for the commercial rollout of cold-atom quantum technologies. This innovation will support the advancement of next-generation atomic clocks and quantum sensors, with applications in navigation, telecommunications, and environmental monitoring, ultimately contributing to the broader adoption and impact of quantum technologies.