SINGAPORE – [12/03/2026] Atomionics has successfully completed an urban quantum gravimetry proof of concept (PoC) in collaboration with the Quantum Sensor Centre (QSC), demonstrating the field deployment of quantum sensing technology in a dense city environment for underground infrastructure detection.
The survey along Marina East Drive marks a significant milestone for quantum sensing in Singapore. Following comprehensive post-survey analysis and evaluation, the results confirm that quantum gravimetry can be operated reliably within a live urban environment.
The proof of concept demonstrated Atomionics’ ability to deploy its quantum gravimetry system under real-world city conditions, validating performance objectives defined for the programme and establishing a reference point for future urban applications of quantum sensing.The surve
Collaboration and On-Site Deployment
The survey was carried out with participation from representatives of the Quantum Sensor Centre, including Jeremy, and with continued support from Cap Vista. Atomionics’ leadership team, led by CEO Sahil Tapiawala and CTO Dr. Ravi Kumar, was present on site to oversee the deployment and engage directly with stakeholders throughout the survey.“Unlike our previous deployments in remote and off-grid environments, this proof of concept focused on operating within a complex urban landscape,” said Dr. Ravi Kumar, CTO and Co-Founder of Atomionics. “Its successful execution demonstrates that quantum gravimetry can be deployed reliably while operating inside a vehicle, opening pathways beyond traditional resource exploration to applications such as infrastructure intelligence, urban subsurface mapping, and future navigation resilience in GPS-constrained environments.”
From Remote Terrain to Dense Cities
Historically, Atomionics’ quantum gravimetry deployments have focused on remote, low-interference environments such as mining regions and off-grid locations. These settings are ideal for early-stage validation, but urban environments introduce a very different set of challenges, including vibration, traffic, and complex underground structures.This proof of concept marked a deliberate shift: testing whether quantum gravimetry could transition from controlled or remote settings into the complexity of a modern city. The successful execution confirms that quantum sensing can operate effectively even in dense urban landscapes, providing high-value subsurface intelligence without drilling, excavation, or electromagnetic emissions.
Land-Based Gravimetry and Urban Resilience in Singapore
Singapore presents a uniquely compelling use case for land-based gravimetry. With limited land area, dense development, and extensive underground construction, the ability to characterise subsurface structures accurately is essential for safe and efficient urban development.Quantum gravimetry can support:
1. Detection and mapping of underground tunnels, voids, and cavities
2. Identification of subsurface anomalies that may indicate structural instability or sinkhole risk
3. Improved planning and verification for new underground infrastructure
4. Enhanced confidence during construction near existing underground assets
Early identification of underground voids and density anomalies enables more proactive risk management, supporting efforts to mitigate ground instability and reduce the likelihood of sinkhole-related incidents during construction and urban redevelopment.
Toward Scalable Urban Subsurface Intelligence
This proof of concept confirms that quantum gravimetry can transition from laboratory and remote deployments into real-world urban operations, delivering actionable subsurface intelligence without invasive methods. While intentionally focused in scope, the proof of concept establishes a foundation for future work, including larger-scale surveys and deeper integration with infrastructure and resilience planning.
Atomionics extends its sincere appreciation to the Quantum Sensor Centre and all participating stakeholders for their collaboration, as well as to Cap Vista for their continued support. Further insights from this deployment will be shared with stakeholders in due course.
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