ColibriTD has released QUICK-PDE, a multiphysics solver implemented as a function within the IBM Qiskit Functions Catalog. The tool enables developers and researchers to solve partial differential equations (PDEs) – mathematical equations describing physical phenomena – using IBM’s quantum computers via cloud access. Built upon ColibriTD’s proprietary Hybrid Differential Equation Solver (H-DES) algorithm, QUICK-PDE currently addresses problems including the inviscid Burgers equation – relevant to fluid dynamics – and one-dimensional mechanical deformation, with plans to expand capabilities to higher dimensions and additional physics domains. Access to the QUICK-PDE function is available to users on the IBM Quantum Premium Plan via request from ColibriTD.
Quantum PDE Solver Launch
ColibriTD has released its hybrid quantum-classical differential equation solver, H-DES, as QUICK-PDE within the IBM Qiskit Functions Catalog, providing developers and researchers with a means to address multiphysics partial differential equations (PDEs). This tool utilises IBM’s quantum computing infrastructure via cloud access, opening new avenues for complex simulations. The release signifies a step towards integrating quantum computation into mainstream engineering and scientific workflows, offering potential advantages for tackling computationally intensive problems. Access to the QUICK-PDE Qiskit Function is available to users on the IBM Quantum Premium Plan via request to ColibriTD, ensuring controlled deployment and support.
The QUICK-PDE application currently solves the inviscid Burgers equation, a model frequently employed in computational fluid dynamics for simulating shockwave propagation with relevance to aerospace and automotive engineering. It also addresses one-dimensional mechanical deformation under hypoelastic conditions, a scenario common in tensile testing and crucial for materials science and manufacturing processes. These implementations leverage a Variational Quantum Algorithm executed on IBM’s utility-scale quantum hardware, demonstrating the potential of hybrid quantum-classical approaches.
Future releases of H-DES, integrated into QUICK-PDE, will focus on expanding functionality to encompass higher-dimensional problems and a broader range of physics domains, including heat transfer and electromagnetic simulations. This roadmap highlights ColibriTD’s commitment to developing a versatile and scalable quantum-enhanced multiphysics simulation platform.
Multiphysics Capabilities Demonstrated
The demonstrated capabilities of QUICK-PDE extend beyond single-physics problems to encompass scenarios requiring the simultaneous modelling of multiple physical phenomena. The solver’s implementation of the inviscid Burgers equation provides a test case for fluid dynamics simulations, specifically addressing shockwave propagation – a critical element in the design of high-speed aerospace vehicles and automotive components. Complementing this is a one-dimensional hypoelastic deformation model, relevant to tensile testing procedures used to characterise material behaviour under stress, providing valuable insights into material properties.
The Variational Quantum Algorithm employed within QUICK-PDE facilitates the mapping of these complex physical problems onto IBM’s utility-scale quantum hardware, enabling exploration of solutions that may be computationally intractable using classical methods. This approach becomes particularly advantageous as problem dimensionality increases, potentially unlocking new possibilities for simulating complex physical systems.
Future development will concentrate on extending the solver’s capabilities to higher-dimensional problems and incorporating additional physics domains, such as heat transfer and electromagnetic simulations. This expansion will broaden the applicability of QUICK-PDE to a wider range of industrial and research applications, enabling more comprehensive and accurate modelling of complex physical systems and accelerating innovation.
Future Development and Accessibility
Further development of the H-DES algorithm, delivered through QUICK-PDE, prioritises scaling to higher-dimensional problems, moving beyond one-dimensional models to more realistic simulations. Expansion to two and three dimensions will substantially increase the complexity and realism of simulations, enabling analysis of more representative engineering scenarios and providing deeper insights into physical phenomena. This progression necessitates optimisation of the Variational Quantum Algorithm to maintain computational feasibility as problem size increases.
The incorporation of additional physics domains within QUICK-PDE extends its utility beyond mechanics and fluid dynamics, opening up new avenues for research and development. Planned integration of heat transfer modelling will allow for the simulation of thermal effects in conjunction with mechanical stress, crucial for applications such as engine design and materials processing, while the inclusion of electromagnetic simulations will enable the analysis of electromagnetic forces and fields, relevant to areas like antenna design and electromagnetic shielding.
Accessibility remains a key focus, with continued availability through the IBM Qiskit Functions Catalog ensuring a streamlined interface for users on the IBM Quantum Premium Plan. ColibriTD’s access request process facilitates controlled deployment and support, allowing for iterative refinement of the solver based on user feedback and application-specific requirements. Future releases will also concentrate on improving the efficiency and robustness of the Variational Quantum Algorithm, exploring alternative quantum circuit designs, optimising parameter estimation techniques, and implementing error mitigation strategies to reduce the impact of noise on simulation results, ultimately achieving reliable and accurate solutions on near-term quantum hardware.
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