arXiv · 2412.19232
High order schemes for solving partial differential equations on a quantum computer
Abstract
We explore the utilization of higher-order discretization techniques in optimizing the gate count needed for quantum computer based solutions of partial differential equations. To accomplish this, we present an efficient approach for decomposing $d$-band diagonal matrices into Pauli strings that are grouped into mutually commuting sets. Using numerical simulations of the one-dimensional wave equation, we show that higher-order methods can reduce the number of qubits necessary for discretization, similar to the classical case, although they do not decrease the number of Trotter steps needed to preserve solution accuracy. This result has important consequences for the practical application of quantum algorithms based on Hamiltonian evolution.
Explore related subjects
Keep this discovery
Explore connections, maps & timelines
Boris Arseniev, Dmitry Guskov, Richik Sengupta, Igor Zacharov. 2024-12-26. High order schemes for solving partial differential equations on a quantum computer. https://arxiv.org/abs/2412.19232
Cite the original work for its findings. Save a collection to share your selection of sources.