As the demand for sub-7 nm technologies rises in high-performance sectors such as AI, automotive, and IoT, precision in chip design is more critical than ever. However, as nodes shrink to 7nm and below, chip design enters a domain where physical constraints become mathematical challenges. At these scales, IR Drop can significantly impact performance, yield, and circuit reliability if not modeled accurately.

In this context, Xdigit is joining forces with SEALSQ and ColibriTD to rethink the way IR Drop challenges are addressed. At Xdigit, we’ve developed strong expertise in advanced IR Drop modeling for custom ASICs. Together with SEAL SQ and Colibri, we will develop a new approach to connect the traditional simulation tools of the semiconductor industry to the power of quantum computers.

Leveraging quantum algorithms for chip design could unlock significant benefits:

• More accurate voltage predictions
• Higher wafer yields
• Faster time-to-market

Additionally, optimizing IR Drop is not only a matter of performance. It also plays a growing role in hardware security in the quantum era.

A forward-looking collaboration: This project reflects our ambition to bring together breakthrough innovation and practical industry knowledge to meet the semiconductor sector’s emerging challenges. It also marks an important milestone in applying quantum computing to chip design. To learn more about this initiative, read the full press release here.