Nottingham Analogue Space 294

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The Nottingham Analogue Space 294 (NAS294) is a research facility located at the University of Nottingham. It is a specialized laboratory dedicated to the study of semiconductor devices and circuits using analogue techniques, specifically at low temperatures down to 4.5 Kelvin (minus 268.85 degrees Celsius).The name "294" refers to the temperature in Kelvin where helium boils, which is used as a coolant in the laboratory's cryogenic equipment. The facility's primary focus is on the development of novel quantum technologies, such as quantum sensors, qubits (quantum bits), and photonic devices for quantum cryptography.NAS294 is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for electron beam lithography, thin film deposition, and nanofabrication, as well as for current source-measurement instruments, microwave probes, and specialized oscilloscopes. Researchers at NAS294 apply theoretical knowledge from fields such as condensed matter physics, materials engineering, and electrical engineering to push the limits of analogue electronics in ultra-low temperatures.The facility's research aims to enable advancements in various applications, such as magnetic resonance imaging, electric power systems, communication and wireless networks, and autonomous driving technologies, which involve complex, high-frequency electronics operating close to absolute zero temperature.NAS294 collaborates with diverse industries, from healthcare to aerospace and defense, as well as national and international research institutions to disseminate research findings and translate them into innovative products and technologies.