ORCA’s photonic quantum systems deployed at Montana State University
The company says the systems became fully operational within two days, demonstrating the scalability and readiness of its photonic architecture, and will be part of MSU’s new QCORE facility, which focuses on transferring quantum tech from concept to market
Quantum computing company ORCA Computing has announced that two of its PT Series quantum photonic systems have been deployed and are in use after being installed and launched at Montana State University (MSU). The company says the systems were brought online in record time – becoming fully operational within two days – demonstrating the scalability and readiness of its photonic architecture for real-world research and applications.
The ORCA PT Series systems are part of MSU’s Applied Quantum CORE (QCORE) programme, an initiative supported with a $26.7 million grant from the US Air Force, which aims to transition quantum technologies from concept to market. According to ORCA, this deployment marks a significant milestone in both the US quantum ecosystem and MSU’s growing quantum research and commercialisation agenda.
“Bringing ORCA’s quantum systems online is an exciting step for QCORE and for Montana,” said Jayne Morrow, CEO of QCORE. “These technologies open the door to breakthroughs not only in national defence and communications, but also in areas vital to our region such as agriculture, transportation and supply chain optimisation. Our goal is to build an applied quantum ecosystem that connects research to industries that drive economic and community impact.”
Richard Murray, co-founder and CEO of ORCA Computing, commented: “Montana State is building a reputation as a serious hub for applied quantum R&D. We’re proud to be part of the story and excited to support QCORE’s mission of turning quantum potential into practical outcomes.”
