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Analysis of patent application trends for IonQ in 2024

Pine IP
December 18, 2024

IonQ is a global company playing a leading role in quantum computing technology. ionQ excels in quantum computer hardware and software development and is opening up possibilities for next-generation computational technology. Through analysis of IonQ's patent applications, let's check how they are driving quantum computing innovation.

In order to analyze IonQ patent application data, a search was conducted using the AP: (IONQ) keyword, and the data finally confirmed through deduplication is as follows.

Through this search method, we have determined the status of IonQ's global patent applications up to December 18, 2024.

IonQ filing trends by year (~2024)

  • 2018 to 2019:
    Since its establishment, IonQ has begun applying for patents mainly in the United States (US). The majority of applications were from the United States, and a patent strategy was implemented to support initial research and technology development. Applications from other countries were rare during this period.
  • 2020 to 2024:
    IonQ's patent applications increased rapidly, and not only US (US) but also international (WO) applications were prominent. In particular, applications were actively submitted, focusing on G06N-010/40, which is the core IPC code for quantum computing technology.

IonQ Filing Rates by Country

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Based on IonQ's national patent application rate, it can be stated as follows:

  1. United States of America (US): Most of IonQ's patents have been filed in the US, which shows that the company is headquartered in the US. The high filing rate in the US suggests that IonQ's research and development and intellectual property protection take place mainly in the US.
  2. International Applications (WO): The share of international applications through the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is also quite high. This indicates that IonQ has a strategy to target the global market and secure intellectual property rights internationally.
  3. Other countries (Europe, China, South Korea, etc.): Although the number of applications from Europe, China, and South Korea is relatively low, it is still considered an important market. Patent applications in these regions demonstrate IonQ's intention to establish a presence in key global markets.

IonQ's Major IPC Applications

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  1. G06N-010/00 (100 cases): Applications relating to quantum computing technology in general beyond traditional digital computing. Through this, IonQ is building a quantum computing platform that can solve complex computational problems in various industries.
  2. G06N-010/40 (42 cases): Applications relating to artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) application technology based on quantum computing. IonQ is looking forward to using this to improve the performance of AI/ML algorithms and innovative results in complex data analysis.
  3. G06N-010/20 (20 cases): Applications relating to quantum computation techniques and application technologies specific to specific purposes or industries. IonQ develops customized quantum solutions in various fields of expertise, including physics simulation, materials science, and drug design.
  4. G21K-001/00 (12 cases): Applications relating to radiation-related technology and applications. Through this, ionQ is exploring the possibility of using quantum computing in new areas such as medical imaging, radiotherapy planning optimization, and nuclear industry applications.
  5. G06N-010/70 (12 cases): Applications for advanced data processing and analysis technology through quantum and non-traditional computation. ionQ addresses problems that are difficult to solve with traditional high-performance computing in various fields such as big data, financial analysis, and supply chain optimization with quantum-based technology.

IonQ's major IPC applications are closely related to the development of advanced technology based on quantum computing technology, and it provides solutions in various industries and research fields.

IonQ's major IPC applications in the last 3 years

  1. G06N-010/40 (37 cases): Applications for AI and ML technology using quantum computing are increasing significantly. This enhances the ability to solve complex modeling and predictive problems.
  2. G06N-010/00 (18 cases): We are continuing to expand applications for core competencies in quantum computing. With this, IonQ is strengthening its quantum technology base in terms of both hardware and software.
  3. G06N-010/20 (15 cases): We continue to focus on developing quantum calculation techniques optimized for specific industries. Through this, we are developing our ability to provide customized quantum solutions.
  4. G21K-001/00 (12 cases): We are expanding applications for applications in the field of radiation. This enables IonQ to create new technological value in medical imaging, treatment optimization, and the nuclear industry.
  5. G06N-010/70 (12 cases): Quantum computing technology applications for big data and advanced data analysis are increasing. This presents innovative approaches to complex data processing problems.

IonQ's main IPC applications focus on innovative research and development related to quantum computing technology, and demonstrate application possibilities in various advanced fields such as AI, data analysis, and radiation physics.

corollary

In conclusion, IonQ has established a solid intellectual property foundation through US and international patent applications in the quantum computing field, and is spurring its entry into the global market. Since 2019, it has been actively increasing international (WO) applications and seeking to expand its global influence. The fact that the scope of application is expanding to the fields of artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data analysis, and radiation technology, with a focus on major IPC codes (G06N-010/40, etc.) shows that IonQ's technology can bring innovation across multiple industries rather than a limited area. In particular, the core range of technologies identified through recent three-year filing trends suggests that IonQ is growing beyond a simple quantum computing device supplier and a strategic partner leading the next-generation industrial ecosystem. This patent portfolio is expected to become a springboard for IonQ to secure a continuous competitive advantage in the global quantum computing market in the future and play a central role in both advanced research and industrial applications.

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