ESA installs first quantum computer to accelerate Earth observation research

Rather than replacing classical supercomputers, ESA will use the platform to investigate how quantum algorithms can complement existing HPC workflows

Credit: ESA

Bell-1 will be used alongside conventional supercomputers to investigate how hybrid quantum-HPC systems can improve the processing of satellite data and Earth observation applications

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