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Technologies

Quantum computing and quantum algorithms for production, robotics, simulation, and industrial innovation.

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Dr.-Ing. Muhammad Saeed

Research Coordinator ARENA2036. e.V.

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Quantum technologies and quantum-assisted technology

The research focus "Quantum Technologies" addresses the enormous potential of quantum computing for the industrial future. ARENA2036 combines practice-oriented quantum research with real-world applications from production, robotics, mobility, and engineering. Hybrid AI-quantum methods, quantum optimization, and quantum-accelerated simulations are creating an ecosystem that prepares companies for the next computing revolution at an early stage.

Thematic priorities within the research focus area

Quantum-Enhanced Simulation & Engineering

ARENA2036 offers a neutral, interdisciplinary platform where partners can contribute and test their quantum simulation and engineering approaches and link them to digital twins.

Quantum Optimization for Production & Logistics

In the ARENA2036 ecosystem, companies and research partners can test their own quantum optimization models for scheduling, routing, and production planning.

Quantum machine learning (QML)

We test QML models for sensor technology, robotics, and point cloud data and develop hybrid AI–quantum approaches together with partners.

Hybrid AI × Quantum Architectures:

ARENA2036 enables partners to evaluate hybrid architectures combining classical AI, simulation, and quantum computing in an industrial context.

Quantum-Ready Workforce & Industry Expertise

ARENA2036 creates the framework conditions that enable partners to contribute and expand their knowledge of quantum computing in training courses, workshops, and pilot projects.

Objective

The research focus "Quantum Technologies" offers an open, practice-oriented ecosystem in which companies, research partners, and start-ups can contribute, test, and further develop their quantum expertise. ARENA2036 provides support in the form of infrastructure, coordination, and links to industrial test beds. The aim is to prepare partners for upcoming quantum applications, jointly develop hybrid AI–quantum approaches, and strengthen technological sovereignty in Europe. The target groups are industry, small and medium-sized enterprises, research institutions, start-ups, and students who want to gain early experience with quantum algorithms and industrial application scenarios.

Ongoing projects and initiatives

Project	Description	Project page / Link
Quantum4You	With Quantum4You, ARENA2036 is launching a new series of lectures and exchanges with the aim of specifically promoting the topic within our ecosystem.	Link
ARENA2036 Quantum Roadmap	Establishment of a strategic framework in which partners from industry, research, and start-ups can contribute their quantum expertise to real-world production and engineering environments.
AI × Quantum Synergy Lab	Platform for connecting AI, reinforcement learning, and quantum machine learning to test hybrid AI-quantum approaches in an industrial context.
Quantum Education & Training	Hands-on workshops and practical formats in which companies, students, and engineers can contribute fundamental and applied knowledge and test it directly.
Quantum-Enhanced Robotics	Field of cooperation for quantum-inspired optimization approaches in robotics. ARENA2036 provides access to modern robotics and automation environments where partners can test their algorithms and jointly develop new application scenarios.
Successful partnerships & network	ARENA2036 has an established QML research collaboration with Swinburne University (Australia) and works with a growing circle of associated partners, including international universities, industrial companies, institutes, and start-ups, which contribute their quantum and AI expertise to joint projects.

Members involved in the research focus