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DRDO inks historic deal for indigenous 20 mK dilution refrigerator for quantum tech
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CNBC TV18•24-09-2026, 19:40
DRDO inks historic deal for indigenous 20 mK dilution refrigerator for quantum tech
- •DRDO signed its first high-value deep-tech project agreement under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme with Zero mK India Private Ltd.
- •The agreement is for the indigenous development of a 20 millikelvin (mK) dilution refrigerator, crucial for quantum applications.
- •Dilution refrigerators create ultra-low temperatures essential for quantum computing platforms and associated quantum technologies.
- •This project aligns with the National Quantum Mission, strengthening India's capabilities in quantum technology, advanced cryogenics, and strategic technologies.
- •The initiative aims to reduce dependence on imported cryogenic infrastructure and bolster the domestic quantum technology ecosystem.
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DRDO signed its first high-value deep-tech project agreement under the Technology Development Fund scheme with Zero mK India Private Ltd for the indigenous development of a 20 millikelvin dilution refrigerator.
Dilution refrigerators are specialised cryogenic systems that achieve ultra-low temperatures in the millikelvin range, which are essential for operating and testing quantum computing platforms.
The indigenous development of the 20 mK-class dilution refrigerator aligns with the National Quantum Mission by strengthening India's capabilities in quantum technology and advanced cryogenics while reducing dependence on imported infrastructure.
