Quantum Simulations
Quantum simulations are performed on bespoke devices tailored for specific scientific or engineering applications. Conceived to provide insights into the dynamics and properties of quantum systems that are challenging to study using classical computers or analytical methods, quantum simulations are designed to emulate the behavior of quantum systems under different conditions.
A quantum simulator typically consists of a controllable and precisely engineered quantum system that can be manipulated to reproduce the dynamics of the target quantum system being studied. This could involve manipulating the interactions between quantum bits or other quantum components to mimic the interactions between particles in the target system. One key advantage of quantum simulators, in contrast to general-purpose quantum computers, is that they do not necessitate full control over every individual component, making their construction comparatively simpler.
Addressing the behavior of quantum systems, quantum simulators enable researchers to study various phenomena, such as quantum phase transitions, quantum magnetism, chemical reactions, and materials properties. They can provide valuable insights into the behavior of complex quantum systems that would be computationally intractable for classical computers to simulate accurately.