Manufacturing Technology for Miniaturized Atomic
Clocks to Accelerate “Beyond 5G” Society
Manufacturing Technology for Miniaturized Atomic
Clocks to Accelerate “Beyond 5G” Society
The “Beyond 5G” society requires real-time data processing between edge devices. The key is a small "atomic clock chip" that can synchronize time with high precision. Utilizing our proprietary microfabrication technology, we are manufacturing the vapor cell, the key component of atomic clock, like a semiconductor chip.
- Affiliation:
- Kyoto University
Graduate School of Engineering
Laboratory of Multifunctional Device Design Engineering
- Representative:
- Shun Kiyose
Kyoto University
Graduate School of Engineering
Doctoral course
Shun Kiyose Mr
A science fiction novel he read in high school sparked his interest in the world of micro and nano scales. He is majoring in mechanical engineering and has been involved in research related to the microfabrication of sensors and actuators based on semiconductor manufacturing technology.
SOLUTIONMethods for solving social issues
Small-size, Low-Cost Vapor Cells Bring Miniaturized Atomic Clocks Closer to You
The Vapor Cell is a precision component consisting of a silicon and glass container measuring a few millimeters and filled with alkali metal gas. By establishing the manufacturing technology for the Vapor Cell, we aim to promote the use of atomic clock chips for consumer use toward the realization of "Beyond 5G"
ORIGINALITYniqueness, Passion for Development
Unique Microfabrication Technology Realizes Low-cost Manufacturing Technology
We have realized highly efficient vapor cell manufacturing at the wafer level by decomposing alkali metal azides (RbN3, CsN3) using silicon pillars with multiple re-entrant structures. The advantage of being able to manufacture with standard semiconductor production equipment reduces initial costs and gives us an advantage in commercializing our microfabrication technology
VISIONDream, Outlook, Business Image
Accurate Time Information Enables Sophisticated and Precise Control
Installing atomic clock chips in edge devices around the world enables to produce new applications (advanced self-driving technology, smart drones, and avatar robotics) and contributes to building the foundation of a "Beyond 5G" society.
