- Orion Space Solutions has established the Consortium for Space Quantum Innovation (CSQI) to accelerate the U.S.’s leadership in space quantum information science, in line with the National Quantum Initiative Act.
- The Consortium will focus on the research, development, and integration of quantum technologies tailored for space domain awareness, including quantum spacecraft, sensors, and data platforms.
Louisville, Colorado, September 6, 2023 – Orion Space Solutions (Orion) has taken a groundbreaking step in the realm of space quantum information science by launching the Consortium for Space Quantum Innovation (CSQI). The Consortium is designed to fast-track collaboration between the U.S. government, industry partners, and academia. This initiative is a direct response to the National Quantum Initiative Act and aims to fortify the U.S.’s leadership in space quantum technologies.
A Pioneering Platform for Quantum Excellence
Chad Fish, Orion’s Chief Operating Officer and CSQI’s Executive Director, emphasized the Consortium’s mission: “The main goal of Orion’s CSQI is to both strategically and tactically anchor space quantum technologies within the operational epicenter of the nation’s defense, intelligence, and civilian priorities.” Fish further elaborated that the Consortium aims to identify and address the needs for enabling technology, standards, and a workforce to strengthen U.S. leadership in quantum information science.
A Comprehensive Blueprint for Space Quantum Technologies
Rachel Hauser, Orion’s Vice President for Strategic Communications and Deputy Executive Director of CSQI, stated, “Establishment of CSQI is our deep commitment to elevating space domain awareness and operations capabilities into a realm of unparalleled quantum excellence.” The Consortium will focus on the development of an integrated ecosystem of quantum spacecraft, sensors, and data platforms tailored for evolving customer needs in low earth, geostationary, and cislunar space.
Setting Quantum Standards
Dr. Samih Fadli, Senior Vice President and Chief Quantum Information Scientist at Orion, highlighted the Consortium’s focus on quantum standardization. “Our primary objective is to provide the United States and its partners with the ability to integrate Space Quantum Sensing and Communication capabilities with interconnected spacecrafts and sensors into our NEXUS Electromagnetic Data Mesh Network for Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2),” he said.
