Rigetti Computing
Rigetti Computing, based in Berkeley, CA, specializes in manufacturing and robotics within the industrials sector, offering advanced quantum computing solutions.
Company History
Founded in 2013, Rigetti Computing is located in Berkeley and Fremont, California. The company is part of the Y Combinator S14 batch. Specializing in the Industrials and Manufacturing sectors with a focus on Robotics, Rigetti has grown to a team of 51 members. As a publicly traded company, it operates in the United States and Canada, serving a broad range of industrial needs. The company's growth stage indicates a steady expansion within its highly specialized field.
Technological Offerings
Rigetti Computing offers a suite of cutting-edge technological solutions. This includes the 9-qubit QPU named Novera, which is ready for immediate shipment. The Novera QPU is designed and manufactured in-house at Fab-1, the industry's first dedicated and integrated quantum device manufacturing facility. Additionally, Rigetti provides a 19-qubit quantum computer available online through their Forest platform. The company's full-stack solutions support hybrid classical/quantum computing, catering to a wide array of industrial applications.
Partnerships and Collaborations
Rigetti Computing collaborates with several notable technology partners including MIT, NASA, Oxford Instruments, Phasecraft, Q-CTRL, SQMS, Standard Chartered, and the University of Edinburgh. These partnerships enhance the company's R&D capabilities and technological advancements. By working with these esteemed institutions, Rigetti ensures continuous innovation in quantum computing technologies.
Distribution Channels
Rigetti Computing utilizes a variety of distribution channels to reach its market. These include AWS, Entanglement, Microsoft, ORNL, Rigetti, Strangeworks, and Zapata. These channels facilitate the widespread availability and implementation of Rigetti's quantum computing solutions, ensuring that they can be accessed by a broad and varied customer base.
Research and Development
Rigetti Computing places significant emphasis on research and development, contributing to advanced studies in quantum computing. The company has published research on topics such as the error budget of parametric resonance entangling gate with a tunable coupler and alternating bias assisted annealing of amorphous oxide tunnel junctions. These contributions highlight Rigetti's role in pushing the boundaries of quantum computing technology.