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Quantum computing leverages the principles of quantum theory to process information using qubits, which can exist in multiple states simultaneously due to superposition. The evolution of quantum computing has seen significant milestones, including algorithms for factoring large numbers and optimizing search processes. While still in development, quantum computers promise to solve complex problems beyond the capabilities of classical computers, with applications in optimization, simulation, and potentially revolutionizing artificial intelligence.

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Quantum computing leverages the principles of quantum theory to process information using qubits, which can exist in multiple states simultaneously due to superposition. The evolution of quantum computing has seen significant milestones, including algorithms for factoring large numbers and optimizing search processes. While still in development, quantum computers promise to solve complex problems beyond the capabilities of classical computers, with applications in optimization, simulation, and potentially revolutionizing artificial intelligence.

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Quantum Computing

Reporters:
Consebit, Cris Benedict
Dayag, Cristine John
Demerin, Renher
Durias, Andrie James
Introduction
• Quantum computing is an area of computer science that uses the
principles of quantum theory. Quantum theory explains the behavior
of energy and material on the atomic and subatomic levels.

• Quantum computing uses subatomic particles, such as electrons or


photons. Quantum bits, or qubits, allow these particles to exist in more
than one state (i.e., 1 and 0) at the same time.
QUBIT
• A qubit is a two-level quantum system where the two basis qubit
states are usually written as ∣ 0⟩ and ∣ 1⟩.
• A qubit can be in state ∣ 0⟩ and ∣ 1⟩ or (unlike a classical bit) in a
linear combination of both states. The name of this phenomenon
is superposition.
Graphical Representation of QUBIT
Evolution of Quantum Computer
• 1982 – Richard Feyman proposed the idea of creating machine
based on the laws of quantum mechanics.

• 1985 – David Deutsch developed the quantum Turing machine,


showing that quantum circuits are universal.

• 1994 – Peter Shor came up with a quantum algorithm to factor very


large numbers in polynomial time.

• 1997 – Lov Grover develops a quantum search algorithm with O()


complexity.
Quantum Superposition
• The quantum system is capable of being in several different states at
the same time.
• Example – Young’s Double Slit Experiment
Quantum Entanglement
• It is an extremely strong correlation that exists between quantum particles
• Two or more quantum particles can be inextricably linked in perfect unis-
on, even when placed at opposite ends of the universe.
• This seemingly impossible connection inspired Einstein to describe
entanglement as “Spooky action at a distance”.
How a Quantum Computer works ?
Let’s say you invite five colleagues to your wedding, and you need to
plan their seating arrangements. The total number of ways to do so is 5! = 120.

Now, a conventional computing system tends to evaluate each of the 120


possibilities, compare them, and then decide on the final optimization.

However, a quantum computer undertakes the following steps for


optimizing seat allocation:
How a Quantum Computer works ?
1. Considers qubits and creates quantum superposition for all possible quantum states.

2. The encoder applies phases to each quantum state and configures the qubits. For the
possible sitting ways that fall in phase, the amplitudes add up, while for the out-of-
phase ways, the amplitudes cancel out.

3. The quantum computer then uses interference to reinforce or amplify some answers
and cancel or diminish the others. As a result, a single solution for optimized seat
allocation is finally reached.
Why Quantum Computing ?
• Quantum computers take up a fraction of the space of classical computers.
• Level of power that can find solutions to problems out of the reach of today's
computers.
• By decreasing the size of transistors we are gradually approaching to the atom
stage, beyond which we can’t move down except applying the quantum mechanics
which in-turn give rise to quantum computing.
• "A quantum computer can create superposition with multiple probabilities that we
cannot achieve today, let alone examine the features of those probabilities. With
this type of application, the quantum computer will be much more efficient than a
classical computer,” asserts García Ripoll.
Types of Quantum Computing
1. Quantum Annealing
• Quantum annealing is best for solving optimization problems.
• Quantum annealing is the least powerful and most narrowly applied form of quantum
computing.

• For example, Volkswagen (VW) recently conducted a quantum experiment to optimize traffic
flows in the overcrowded city of Beijing, China. The experiment was run in partnership with
Google and D-Wave Systems. The algorithm could successfully reduce traffic by choosing the
ideal path for each vehicle, according to VW. Classical computers would take thousands of years
to compute the optimum solution to such a problem. Quantum computers, theoretically, can do it
in a few hours or less, as the number of qubits per quantum computer increases.
2. Quantum Simulation
• Quantum simulations explore specific problems in quantum physics that are
beyond the capacity of classical systems. Simulating complex quantum
phenomena could be one of the most important applications of quantum
computing.

• Quantum simulation promises to have applications in the study of many


problems in, e.g., condensed-matter physics, high-energy physics, atomic
physics, quantum chemistry and cosmology.
2. Quantum Simulation
In particular, quantum simulators could be used to simulate protein folding — one of
biochemistry’s toughest problems. Misfolded proteins can cause diseases like Alzheimer’s and
Parkinson’s, and researchers testing new treatments must learn which drugs cause reactions for
each protein through the use of random computer modeling. Quantum computers can help
compute the vast number of possible protein folding sequences for making more effective
medications. In the future, quantum simulations will enable rapid designer drug testing by
accounting for every possible protein-to-drug combination.
2. Universal Quantum
• Universal quantum computers are the most powerful and most generally applicable, but
also the hardest to build.
• A truly universal quantum computer would likely make use of over 100,000 qubits.
• The basic idea behind the universal quantum computer is that you could direct the
machine at any massively complex computation and get a quick solution.
• In the distant future, universal quantum computers could revolutionize the field of
artificial intelligence. Quantum AI could enable machine learning that is faster than that
of classical computers.

Rigetti’s 128 qubit quantum chip


Drawbacks (In Today’s World)

• Algorithm creation

• The low temperature needed

• Not open for public

• Internet Security
Tech – Giants’ Utilizing Quantum Computing
• IBM

• D-Wave Systems

• Google

• Microsoft Corporation

• Rigetti Computing

• IonQ
Conclusion
• Quantum computers have the potential to revolutionize computation
by making certain types of classically intractable problems solvable.
• While no quantum computer is yet sophisticated enough to carry out
calculations that a classical computer can't, great progress is under
way.
• Quantum simulators are making strides in fields varying from
molecular energetics to many-body physics.
Thank You…

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