Utilizing Quantum Annealing in Computed Tomography Image Reconstruction

One of the primary difficulties in computed tomography (CT) is reconstructing cross-sectional images from measured projections of a physical object. There exist several classical methods for this task of generating a digital representation of the object, including filtered backprojection or simultaneous algebraic reconstruction technique. Our research aims to explore the potential of quantum computing in […]

Two-Step Quantum Search Algorithm for Solving Traveling Salesman Problems

Quantum search algorithms, such as Grover’s algorithm, are anticipated to efficiently solve constrained combinatorial optimization problems. However, applying these algorithms to the traveling salesman problem (TSP) on a quantum circuit presents a significant challenge. Existing quantum search algorithms for the TSP typically assume that an initial state—an equal superposition of all feasible solutions satisfying the […]

Convexification of the Quantum Network Utility Maximization Problem

Network utility maximization (NUM) addresses the problem of allocating resources fairly within a network and explores the ways to achieve optimal allocation in real-world networks. Although extensively studied in classical networks, NUM is an emerging area of research in the context of quantum networks. In this work, we consider the quantum network utility maximization (QNUM) […]

Novel Trade-offs in 5 nm FinFET SRAM Arrays at Extremely Low Temperatures

Complementary metal–oxide–semiconductor (CMOS)-based computing promises drastic improvement in performance at extremely low temperatures (e.g., 77 K, 10 K). The field of extremely low temperature CMOS-environment-based computing holds the promise of delivering remarkable enhancements in both performance and power consumption. Static random access memory (SRAM) plays a major role in determining the performance and efficiency of […]

Multidisk Clutch Optimization Using Quantum Annealing

In this article, we apply a quantum optimization algorithm to solve a combinatorial problem with significant practical relevance occurring in clutch manufacturing. It is demonstrated how quantum optimization can play a role in real industrial applications in the manufacturing sector. Using the quantum annealer provided by D-Wave Systems, we analyze the performance of the quantum […]

Noise Robustness of Quantum Relaxation for Combinatorial Optimization

Relaxation is a common way for dealing with combinatorial optimization problems. Quantum random-access optimization (QRAO) is a quantum-relaxation-based optimizer that uses fewer qubits than the number of bits in the original problem by encoding multiple variables per qubit using quantum random-access code (QRAC). Reducing the number of qubits will alleviate physical noise (typically, decoherence), and […]

Resource Placement for Rate and Fidelity Maximization in Quantum Networks

Existing classical optical network infrastructure cannot be immediately used for quantum network applications due to photon loss. The first step toward enabling quantum networks is the integration of quantum repeaters into optical networks. However, the expenses and intrinsic noise inherent in quantum hardware underscore the need for an efficient deployment strategy that optimizes the placement […]

Resource Placement for Rate and Fidelity Maximization in Quantum Networks

Existing classical optical network infrastructure cannot be immediately used for quantum network applications due to photon loss. The first step toward enabling quantum networks is the integration of quantum repeaters into optical networks. However, the expenses and intrinsic noise inherent in quantum hardware underscore the need for an efficient deployment strategy that optimizes the placement […]

Approximate Solutions of Combinatorial Problems via Quantum Relaxations

Combinatorial problems are formulated to find optimal designs within a fixed set of constraints and are commonly found across diverse engineering and scientific domains. Understanding how to best use quantum computers for combinatorial optimization remains an ongoing area of study. Here, we propose new methods for producing approximate solutions to quadratic unconstrained binary optimization problems, […]