Airbus Partners with Multiverse Computing for Quantum-Inspired Gesture Recognition

Multiverse Computing has emerged victorious in a highly competitive application process with its groundbreaking project titled "Quantum Gesture Recognition for Aerospace Control." The project, which commenced this month and is set to conclude in September 2025, aims to develop an innovative gesture recognition algorithm inspired by quantum computing principles. The ultimate goal is to transform the way pilots interact with aircraft systems, marking a significant advancement in aerospace technology.

The innovative control system being developed by Multiverse Computing will enable pilots to interact with aircraft systems using physical gestures, such as hand movements, eliminating the need for conventional controls like buttons or switches. This non-contact gesture-based approach is expected to enhance pilot situational awareness, mission effectiveness, and overall aircraft performance. Enrique Lizaso Olmos, the co-founder and CEO of Multiverse Computing, expressed confidence in the project's potential, stating that their collaboration with Airbus Defence and Space will lead to the development of cutting-edge controls.

As part of the Enhanced Pilot Interfaces and Interactions for Fighter Cockpit (EPIIC) program, Multiverse Computing and Airbus are focusing on advancing cockpit technologies across various key areas, including Virtual Assistant, Adaptive HMI, LAD, Helmet Mounted Display, and Interactions. The emphasis is on integrating gesture-based hardware and algorithms to create more intuitive and efficient pilot interfaces. Airbus is taking the lead in developing gesture-based systems that can seamlessly interact with different cockpit environments, addressing challenges such as adaptability to gloved hands and robustness in high-vibration settings.

The EPIIC project represents a collaborative effort involving over 20 organizations from 12 European countries, encompassing major industrial players, university research departments, innovative start-ups, and businesses. This pan-European initiative is dedicated to tackling the evolving challenges of future air warfare and collaborative combat, with a strong focus on enhancing pilot interfaces and interactions in fighter cockpits. The diverse expertise and resources brought together through EPIIC are poised to drive significant advancements in aerospace technology.

Highlighting their expertise in quantum-inspired technologies, Multiverse Computing has previously showcased their capabilities through projects like CompactifAI. This LLM compressor leverages quantum-inspired tensor networks to enhance the efficiency and portability of AI systems, such as large language models. By significantly reducing the size of AI models while maintaining high accuracy levels and minimizing retraining and inference costs, Multiverse Computing has demonstrated its commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation in the field of artificial intelligence.