Project description
Advanced quantum imaging system for the semiconductor industry
Semiconductors play a vital role in modern electronics. Diamond-based quantum sensing offers precise diagnostics for detecting magnetic field alterations caused by chip defects. However, current implementations often involve a trade-off between speed and imaging resolution. In this context, the EIC-funded DIAMONIQ project introduces the Super-resolution Quantum Imager (SQI), an advanced imaging system that combines state-of-the-art optical components with proprietary diamond production and software technology. Developed by QuantumDiamonds, the SQI addresses traditional imaging challenges by enabling imaging at sub-100 nm resolution while providing fast measurement capabilities within minutes. The project aims to test the SQI with participants from the semiconductor industry and prepare the system for commercialisation.
Objective
Semiconductors are an essential component of modern electronics. The miniaturization of semiconductors has been a key driver of technological innovation. However, as semiconductor technology continues to advance, the available quality control methods, such as thermal imaging or voltage alteration measurements, become insufficient. Diamond-based quantum sensing has the potential to answer the need for precise diagnostics of detecting magnetic field alterations caused by chips defect. But available implementations suffer from a tradeoff between speed and imaging resolution.
At QuantumDiamonds, we overcome these challenges and developed a Super-resolution Quantum Imager (SQI) that combines advanced optical components with proprietary diamond production and software. Our system enables imaging at sub-100 nm resolution and fast measurement in the range of minutes. In this project, we will test it with actors from the semiconductor industry and prepare our system for commercialization.
Fields of science (EuroSciVoc)
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- natural sciencescomputer and information sciencessoftware
- natural sciencesphysical sciencesopticsmicroscopysuper resolution microscopy
- natural sciencesphysical scienceselectromagnetism and electronicssemiconductivity
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Programme(s)
- HORIZON.3.1 - The European Innovation Council (EIC) Main Programme
Funding Scheme
HORIZON-EIC-ACC-BF - HORIZON EIC Accelerator Blended FinanceCoordinator
80469 MUNCHEN
Germany
The organization defined itself as SME (small and medium-sized enterprise) at the time the Grant Agreement was signed.