Hybrid Quantum-Classical Computing System for Automated Circuit Generation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing quantum computing systems are limited in their ability to accept classical domain-specific configuration files without modification, require expertise in quantum programming languages, and are not modular or extensible, leading to complex configuration challenges and inaccurate results due to incomplete exposure of classical software capabilities.

Innovation Solution

A system comprising a processor and memory that transforms domain-specific input data into quantum-based data, generates quantum circuits within the system, and allows for the execution of these circuits without relying on remote quantum resources, enabling the use of various domain-specific classical computation software as front-ends and providing configuration validation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If existing quantum computing systems require expertise in quantum programming languages, then quantum computations can be performed, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to the need for specialized knowledge

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvequantum computation capabilityVSAvoidprogramming accessibility

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a hybrid computing system that acts as an intermediary between classical domain-specific software and quantum computing resources. This system automatically translates classical computational problems into quantum circuits without requiring users to learn quantum programming languages, thereby maintaining quantum computation capability while dramatically improving ease of operation

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The hybrid computing system serves multiple functions: it executes classical computational software, automatically generates quantum circuits, manages quantum resource allocation, and validates configurations. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for specialized quantum programming knowledge while preserving access to quantum computing power

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If remote third-party quantum resources are used, then quantum infrastructure is accessible, but the device complexity increases due to external dependencies and configuration challenges

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvequantum infrastructure accessVSAvoidsystem configuration complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges classical computing resources and quantum computing resources into a unified hybrid computing system. By integrating quantum infrastructure access within the classical computing environment, the system eliminates external dependencies and reduces configuration complexity while maintaining adaptability to different quantum resources

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Ease of manufacture

If classical computational software is used without modification, then domain-specific computations can be performed, but the extent of automation deteriorates due to manual configuration requirements

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesoftware compatibilityVSAvoidconfiguration automation

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSExtent of automation

Solution Approach 1:

The hybrid computing system performs preliminary actions by automatically analyzing classical domain-specific software, identifying computational problems suitable for quantum processing, and pre-configuring quantum circuits before execution. This automation eliminates manual configuration requirements while maintaining full compatibility with existing classical software

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

4Reliability

If only chemistry domain software is supported, then domain-specific computations can be executed, but the adaptability deteriorates due to lack of multi-domain support

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecomputation accuracyVSAvoiddomain coverage

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The hybrid computing system is designed with universal architecture that supports multiple domains including chemistry, materials science, and other scientific fields. It maintains domain-specific computation accuracy through customized drivers and solvers for each domain while providing adaptability across diverse application areas

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS10803395B2Quantum computations of classical specifications

Publication Date: 2020.10.13 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINE CORPORATION

AI summary

Systems, computer-implemented methods, and computer program products to facilitate quantum domain computation of classical domain specifications are provided. According to an embodiment, a system can comprise a memory that stores computer executable components and a processor that executes the computer executable components stored in the memory. The computer executable components can comprise an input transformation component that can be adapted to receive one or more types of domain-specific input data corresponding to at least one of a plurality of domains. The input transformation component can transform the one or more types of domain-specific input data to quantum-based input data. The computer executable components can further comprise a circuit generator component that, based on the quantum-based input data, can generate a quantum circuit.