The goal of the program is to ensure these sensors work reliably outside the lab and can be integrated into Department of Defense platforms.
Program targets robust quantum sensing for defense
Environmental disturbances like vibrations and electromagnetic interference diminish the performance quantum sensors, limiting their effectiveness. Existing solutions, such as isolation or bulky shielding, are impractical for large scale use.
The objective of the RoQS program is to bridge the gap between research and real-world deployment. RoQS prioritizes early collaboration between sensor developers and defense platform makers to streamline the transition from lab to field.
By fostering these partnerships early, DARPA aims to ensure the technology meets practical requirements and integrates smoothly into existing systems, cutting down the time and resources needed to make quantum sensors mission-ready.