We recently had the incredible honor of being given a curated tour of the Deutsches Museum in Munich, one of the world’s most renowned institutions dedicated to science and technology. Among the many groundbreaking exhibits in the museum’s Light and Matter series, our ganged TR Multicoax connectors were featured for their critical role in enabling signal transfer to and from the quantum processing unit (QPU) in quantum computing systems. Seeing our connectors highlighted in such a prestigious exhibit was an unforgettable experience.
The Light and Matter exhibit, which opened to the public on June 19, 2024, is a collaborative effort between the Deutsches Museum and the Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology (MCQST). This special exhibition delves into the fascinating interplay between light and matter, showcasing their interactions as the foundation of quantum optics. Visitors are taken on a journey traversing a century of scientific advancements, from everyday technologies like supermarket scanners and fiber optic cables to cutting-edge quantum technologies that manipulate individual light particles (MCQST).
The exhibit is divided into five thematic areas:
- What is Light? – Exploring the fundamental nature of light through various experiments and models.
- Spectroscopy – Investigating how matter responds to different frequencies of light and the applications of this knowledge.
- Lasers – Understanding the function and application of lasers in research, manufacturing, medical technology, and communications.
- Quantum Physics of Light – Delving into the quantum mechanical description of light and its implications.
- MCQST Module – Providing insights into current research and future applications in quantum science and technology.
The inclusion of our connectors in this exhibit is a reflection of years of dedicated work by our team, led by our founder, Gordon Vinther. His vision and commitment to designing reliable, high-performance electrical connectors have played a key role in advancing next-generation signal delivery solutions across many industries.
We are incredibly grateful to the Deutsches Museum and the Walter Meißner Institute for organizing this opportunity and for hosting us. It is a proud moment for everyone at Ardent Concepts to see our work recognized as part of such an inspiring exhibit.
If you ever find yourself in Munich, we strongly encourage you to visit the Light and Matter exhibit and the Deutsches Museum as a whole. It’s a remarkable journey through science, technology, and innovation that you won’t want to miss.
Thank you to everyone who made this moment possible. We are excited to continue driving innovation and supporting advancements in quantum computing and beyond!
Learn more about the Deutsches Museum and plan your visit here.
