WiMi Hologram Cloud Inc., a global leader in Hologram Augmented Reality (“AR”) technology, has announced the development of an FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array)-based digital quantum computer verification technology. This breakthrough marks a significant leap forward in quantum computing advancements.
WiMi has introduced a novel computing model, the “digital quantum computer,” where quantum bits (qubits) function as discrete entities—finite state machines (FSMs)—referred to as “digital qubits.” These digital qubits are processed using specialized digital quantum gates, which operate similarly to classical logic gates but align more closely with quantum mechanics principles. By representing and manipulating quantum states in a digital format, WiMi enables validation and implementation through conventional digital circuits.
Leveraging FPGA’s flexible hardware architecture, WiMi ensures dynamic reconfiguration capabilities, making it an optimal platform for the implementation and verification of digital qubits. Implementing digital quantum gate chains in FPGA allows for the simulation and validation of quantum computing behavior within a classical computing framework. This approach enhances repeatability and reliability while reducing hardware complexity and associated costs.
WiMi has successfully designed a prototype of digital qubits on FPGA, utilizing Hardware Description Language (HDL) to define transformation rules for quantum states. These quantum states are discretized into various digital states, with digital quantum gates facilitating state transitions. For instance, a Hadamard gate chain was implemented on FPGA to simulate qubit state transitions, validating the feasibility of this innovative computing model.
A core element of WiMi’s digital quantum computer is the digital quantum gate chain. Implementing these gate chains on FPGA allows for the simulation of key quantum algorithm operations. In particular, during the simulation of Shor’s algorithm, WiMi developed a set of digital quantum gate chains that control non-trivial states, distributing them across multiple logic units within the FPGA. This enhances computational efficiency through parallel processing and pipelining techniques. Furthermore, WiMi’s FPGA-based verification platform provides real-time monitoring of digital qubits and facilitates interaction with classical computing systems via external interfaces. This ensures theoretical consistency and practical operability of the digital quantum computing model.
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The digital qubit behavior is modeled using a finite state machine, mapping each quantum state to a discrete state and simulating quantum computing state transitions accordingly. WiMi employs state diagrams to represent potential qubit states and transitions, enabling precise simulations of qubit behavior during computational operations.
For digital quantum gate chain construction, WiMi tailors different quantum gate combinations to meet specific computational requirements. For example, in Grover’s algorithm, WiMi developed a series of gate chains that control state flips, optimizing search processes. Each gate chain consists of logic gates configured for optimal FPGA performance, maximizing computational efficiency and resource utilization.
Given the constraints of FPGA resources, WiMi has focused on optimizing gate chain logic designs to reduce logic unit consumption while enhancing computational efficiency through timing optimization and parallel processing. Additionally, FPGA’s dynamic reconfiguration capability allows for a flexible and adaptable digital quantum computing architecture.
WiMi’s FPGA-based verification platform delivers an efficient and repeatable testing environment, surpassing traditional quantum computing simulators in accuracy and real-time monitoring capabilities. By digitizing quantum computing problems and leveraging FPGA implementation, WiMi significantly reduces hardware development costs. Traditional quantum computing hardware demands expensive quantum devices, whereas WiMi’s digital quantum computer leverages existing FPGA technology, lowering experimental investment requirements. As a co-processing unit, the digital quantum computer seamlessly integrates with classical computing systems, fostering efficient hybrid computing collaboration through FPGA-based interfaces. This integration broadens potential applications in future computing systems.
As technological advancements continue, WiMi’s FPGA-based digital quantum computing solution is poised for diverse practical applications. Quantum computers excel in handling complex computational challenges, including big data analysis, cryptography, and optimization problems—critical areas in modern information technology. By integrating digital quantum computers with classical computing frameworks, WiMi is facilitating the creation of a powerful hybrid computing platform that capitalizes on quantum computing’s strengths for tasks beyond classical computing capabilities. Furthermore, FPGA’s flexibility and adaptability ensure applicability across various research and industrial settings, paving the way for widespread deployment. As digital quantum computer verification technology evolves, it will play a pivotal role in mainstream quantum computing adoption, driving the transition from theoretical research to real-world applications and revolutionizing computational science.