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Quantum sensing integration to other domains

Quantum sensing uses the incredible sensitivity of quantum particles to measure things that ordinary sensors can’t detect, or that would take huge amounts of time and resources to observe. Among the three main areas of quantum technology, quantum sensing is the most mature, with several devices already on the market. Experts expect the global market for quantum sensors to grow to about €6 billion by 2035 and reach around €15 billion by 2040.

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In the last years, quantum sensors have already demonstrated significant benefits in a wide range of applications: medical imaging (MRI), spectroscopy for material and chemical analysis, enhanced Position Navigation and Timing (PNT), gas-leak detection, remote target identification, as well as gravimeters and magnetometers to support industries such as mining, oil, and gas.

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Because quantum sensors are already proving their value in so many fields, and because they’re getting smaller, cheaper, and more reliable, we can expect their applications to grow rapidly in the coming years.

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Drivers

Impact

education

Education

  • More awareness about quantum sensing is needed.
  • Some quantum sensors are very easy to develop towards a prototype level, making them perfect for didactical use.
  • Quantum sensing is about measuring real quantities. It’s time to start the discussion what the political, ethical and public values implications are.
Research

Research

  • There will be advancements in fields that are already making use of quantum sensors (e.g. health care and medical sector, earth science, astronomy, etc.).
  • New fields of research will emerge which will make use of quantum sensing.
  • New applications of existing technology are being developed.
Operations

Operations

  • Start thinking on the acquisition of quantum sensing devices for research and education.
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