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World leaders in quantum sensing and precision timing technologies. 

QuantX Labs are at the forefront of quantum technology innovation, developing and delivering precision solutions that transform communication, navigation, computing, and defence systems. Our state-of-the-art production and testing facility in Adelaide, South Australia delivers unique industrial capabilities that currently support Australia’s Defence and Space programs.

OSCILLATORS

  • Over the horizon radar​
  • Radio astronomy: VLBI, VLBA​
  • Deep space tracking and navigation​
  • Scientific frequency reference source​
  • Quantum computing systems
  • Data Centre and telecommunication networks

OPTICAL ATOMIC CLOCKS

  • Terrestrial navigation & timing on mobile platforms
  • Deep space communication
  • Data centre and telecommunication networks
  • GNSS constellations

QUANTUM SENSING

  • Underground Asset Tracking
  • Space-based Threat Detection
  • Underwater Threat Detection
  • Gravity & Magnetic Geophysical Exploration



QUANTX LABS TIMELINE

Late 1980s
Initial R&D on the CSO commences

In the gravity research group at the University of Western Australia (UWA).

Early 1990s
Andre Luiten joined the CSO development team
1996
Prof Andre Luiten awarded his PhD

Solely on an improved liquid helium cooled version of the CSO

2004
Prof John Hartnett joins the CSO development team

John also built two liquid helium cooled CSOs at NMIJ, AIST Tsukuba Japan as a collaboration with UWA.

2006
Two liquid helium cooled CSOs built

One of which was sold to NICT Tokyo Japan. Through UWA research group.

2009
New Cryostat designed – introducing low vibration cryocoolers

The invention of Chow Wang, engineer at CryoMech Ltd (USA) and Prof John Hartnett.

2010
First results of new design published at UWA

This was further refined at UWA where two more cryocooled CSOs were built and remain at UWA.

03/2013
The move from UWA to The University of Adelaide (UoA)

Prof Andre Luiten and Prof John Hartnett moved from the UWA to UoA.

2013
Three new cryocooled CSOs built

One of those three CSOs was shipped to KRISS in Korea as part of an ARC Linkage grant. The other two remain in the UoA lab.

02/2016
Cryoclock Pty Ltd was established

To commercialise the technology known as the Sapphire Clock.

IP  transferred from The University of Adelaide.

09/2018
Negotiations commence with BAE

Phase zero negotiations to build the Sapphire Clock for the JORN Phase 6 upgrade.

09/2018
The Sapphire Clock team awarded Eureka Prize

Awarded for Safeguarding Australia for the World’s most precise clock.

10/2018
Cryoclock delivered its first order

University of Sydney took delivery of the first CSO from the Cryoclock team.

10/2018
Cryoclock Pty Ltd has a home

Confirmation was received that Cryoclock has a reserved tenancy at Lot Fourteen for the assembly of the Sapphire Clock.

03/2019
Double Awards for Cryoclock at the Avalon Airshow

Innovation Award for Autonomous and Unmanned Systems and ISR and Best Small to Medium Enterprise in Defence Innovation

02/2021
Cryoclock move into Lot Fourteen

The Hon Steven Marshall, Premier of South Australia, formally launched the company’s new facilities.

06/2021
Cryoclock formally changes to QuantX Labs

Signifying the broader scope of products in development.

04/2021
QuantX Labs presents and wins Quantum Technology Challenge with the QMAG

RICO through Army Headquarters fund a demonstration of an array of quantum magnetometers identifying covert subterranean activity. 

05/2022
$1M funding for Space Clock

QuantX receives $1M from SmartSat CRC to deliver an engineering model of their optical atomic clock

06/2023
$3.7M funding for Space Clock

Australian Space Agency funds QuantX Labs space clock development a further $3.7M through their Moon to Mars Initiative

2023/10
Sub Label
Opening of RavensNest

Formally launched a collaborative workspace named, RavensNest. Also signifying a doubling of the company tenancy at Lot Fourteen. 

TRUSTED partners

Australian Government, Department of Defence, Defence Science and Technology Group
Australian Government, Department of Defence, Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group
Univeristy of Adelaide
University of Sydney
University of WA
Defence Industry + Innovation
IPAS
SmartSat
Q-Ctrl
Army Quantum Tech

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"Since the initial meetings we have engaged Prof Luiten’s team on one of the largest multiyear Defence-University Collaborations ever created, which is now deploying the Cryoclock technology across the JORN network.It is wonderful that 20 years of difficult fundamental science efforts have yielded such an important benefit. Andre has a strong drive to see his research demonstrated in the real world, and has since registered an incorporated company QuantX Labs, that will bring a commercial focus to developing his world-leading precision and measurement instruments."
Dr Gordon Frazer
CEO, FrazerLab Pty Ltd
I was impressed on my recent visit to QuantX Labs on 18 August 2022, and I am encouraged by recent developments to the Sapphire Clock and its progression to capability. The collaboration between QuantX Labs and Defence is an excellent example of the innovation-to-impact principals intended by the More, Together: Science Technology Strategy 2030, and the value Australian companies play in shaping capabilities for the Australian Defence Force.
The Hon Pat Conroy
MP, Minister for Defence Industry Minister for International Development and the Pacific
Receiving South Australian Business of the Year as well as Innovative Business of the Year is an acknowledgement of your organisation's commitment to excellence and innovation, and the ongoing dedication and hard work it takes to achieve business success. Winning these awards also highlights the positive impact that your organisation has on your clients, staff and the broader South Australian community. Your success is a source of motivation for others, and we are confident you will continue to inspire and lead by example in your sector.
The Hon Peter Malinauskas
Premier, South Australia