Quantum circuit design for quantum walks

Oon Han Thomas Loke

    Research output: ThesisDoctoral Thesis

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    Abstract

    This thesis focuses on applying analytical and numerical techniques to the problem of designing quantum circuits for quantum walks. We develop efficient quantum circuit implementations of continuous-time quantum walks using diagonalization of the Hamiltonian. Next, for the discrete-time Szegedy quantum walk model, we provide a theoretical framework for the development of efficient quantum circuits, and apply it to a wide variety of graphs. We also investigate the optimisation of numerical techniques to the general problem of implementing a unitary matrix. Lastly, we discuss design principles for the development of efficient quantum circuit implementations of quantum walks of different types.
    Original languageEnglish
    QualificationDoctor of Philosophy
    Awarding Institution
    • The University of Western Australia
    Supervisors/Advisors
    • Wang, Jingbo, Supervisor
    • Williams, James, Supervisor
    Award date11 May 2017
    DOIs
    Publication statusUnpublished - 2017

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