Problem Model Conversion for Quantum Optimization Workflows
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Solution Overview
Problem
The complexity of real-world problems hinders the effective application of quantum-related computers and PUBO solvers, requiring expertise in both the real-world domain and quantum mechanics, and varying data formats for different quantum computers, leading to high man-hours for problem conversion and solution inversion.
Innovation Solution
An information processing system that supports users in converting real-world problems into multiple levels of problem models, using a development unit with modeling and programming tools to create conversion and inverse conversion programs, facilitating the use of quantum-related computers and PUBO solvers.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If quantum-related computers and PUBO solvers are used to solve real-world problems, then solving capability for complex optimization problems is improved, but the complexity of problem conversion and solution inversion increases due to varying data formats and domain expertise requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an information processing device as an intermediary between real-world problems and quantum-related computers. This device includes a conversion unit that automatically transforms real-world problems into quantum computer input formats, and an inversion unit that converts quantum computer solutions back into meaningful real-world results. This intermediary eliminates the need for users to manually perform complex conversions, thereby resolving the contradiction between improved solving capability and increased conversion complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The information processing device performs automatic conversion and inversion operations without requiring manual intervention. The conversion unit automatically handles problem transformation based on stored conversion programs, and the inversion unit automatically interprets quantum computer solutions using stored inversion programs. This self-service mechanism reduces the burden on users and eliminates the need for specialized domain expertise in quantum mechanics, thereby reducing conversion complexity while maintaining high solving capability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If manual problem conversion and solution inversion are performed without automation, then flexibility in handling different quantum computer types is improved, but man-hours and operational time increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The information processing device is designed with universal functionality to handle multiple types of quantum-related computers and PUBO solvers. The storage unit stores conversion programs and inversion programs that can be applied across different quantum computer types, making the device adaptable to various quantum computing platforms. This universal design maintains flexibility while automatically performing conversions, thereby eliminating the time-consuming manual process.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-storing conversion programs and inversion programs in the storage unit. These programs are prepared in advance for different quantum computer types, allowing the conversion unit and inversion unit to execute automatic transformations without requiring manual program writing each time. This preliminary preparation maintains adaptability to different quantum computer types while significantly reducing the time and man-hours required for actual problem conversion and solution inversion.
3Measurement precision
If expertise in both real-world domain and quantum mechanics is required for manual conversion, then accuracy in problem definition is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to high skill requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The information processing device performs self-service by automatically executing conversion and inversion operations using pre-stored programs. Users simply need to input real-world problems and receive interpreted solutions without needing to understand quantum mechanics or manually perform complex conversions. This automation maintains accuracy through programmed conversion logic while dramatically improving ease of operation by eliminating the need for specialized quantum mechanics expertise.
Solution Approach 2:
The information processing device acts as an intermediary that bridges the gap between real-world domain problems and quantum computer operations. It handles the complex translation and interpretation tasks that previously required dual expertise in both domains. By automating this intermediary function, the system preserves accuracy in problem definition through structured conversion programs while making the overall process accessible to users without quantum mechanics background, thereby improving ease of operation.
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AI summary
An information processing device as an embodiment of the present invention is an information processing device that supports obtaining a solution to a problem using a quantum-related computer, and includes: a development unit that executes a modeling tool, which enables a user to describe at least one problem model for a first problem, and a programming tool which enables the user to design a conversion program for converting the first problem into a data format that can be input to the quantum-related computer using the at least one problem model; and a conversion unit that executes the conversion program for an input second problem and converts the second problem into the data format.