Archer Materials is transitioning its qubit development program from laboratory-scale work to wafer-scale manufacturing using semiconductor industry-standard processes.
This marks a significant step toward scalability and future commercialisation of the technology, Archer Materials said in its announcement.
In recent months, the quantum tech developer has completed multiple rounds of device design, fabrication, and testing. Archer said this work has allowed its team to refine manufacturing processes and validate critical components needed for qubit operation.
According to the company, these activities demonstrate progress in producing devices using processes that are compatible with larger-scale semiconductor manufacturing.
Once it demonstrates an initial working qubit, Archer said it will shift its focus to two main areas: moving its fabrication processes into foundry-compatible manufacturing facilities and implementing ongoing improvements to enhance performance.
This next stage aims to advance the qubit technology itself while building manufacturing capabilities that can be scaled up for commercial applications in quantum computing and related fields.
Dr Simon Ruffell, CEO of Archer, said the company’s progress toward wafer-scale manufacturing demonstrates the company’s ability to advance toward scalable manufacturing while leveraging industry-standard processes.
“Archer’s strategy is to develop quantum technologies that can ultimately integrate into scalable manufacturing environments and existing semiconductor supply chains. Archer’s track record of achieving its technological milestones gives investors confidence in our capability to deliver results. The foundations we have built position us strongly as we continue developing quantum devices that can integrate within the global semiconductor ecosystem.”
The ASX-listed company also noted that the graphene and semiconductor technologies being developed for its qubit program may also create commercial opportunities in other high-growth markets, including AI infrastructure, quantum technologies, THz sensing, photonics, and advanced cloud computing systems.
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