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arXiv:2109.01953 · Physical Review A

Hierarchical qubit maps and hierarchically implemented quantum error correction

Natalie Klco, Martin J. Savage A

Published Dec 15, 2021• 16 citations
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Abstract

We consider hierarchically implemented quantum error correction (HI-QEC), in which the fidelities of logical qubits are differentially optimized to enhance the capabilities of quantum devices in scientific applications. By employing qubit representations that propagate hierarchies in simulated systems to those in logical qubit noise sensitivities, heterogeneity in the distribution of physical-to-logical qubits can be systematically structured. For concreteness, we estimate HI-QEC's impact on surface code resources in computing low-energy observables to fixed precision, finding up to approximately $60%$ reductions in qubit requirements plausible in early error-corrected simulations. Hierarchical qubit maps are also possible without error correction in qubit and qudit systems where fidelities are nonuniform, either unintentionally or by design. Hierarchical optimizations are another element in the codesign process of quantum computations, including quantum simulations for nuclear and particle physics.

DOI
10.1103/physreva.104.062425

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Quantum Error Correction (QEC) is essential for overcoming the fragility of qubits, enabling reliable and scalable quantum computing by mitigating the effects of noise, decoherence, and operational errors. This chapter explores QEC's foundational principles, including error types, noise impact, and syndrome measurement techniques for identifying and correcting errors. It covers key codes such as Shor and Steane, which provide basic error protection, and advanced codes like concatenated codes, surface codes, and quantum Low-Density Parity-Check (LDPC) codes. Concatenated codes employ hierarchical encoding to exponentially reduce logical error rates, while surface codes, including Toric codes, utilize topological properties of qubits arranged on a 2D lattice to detect and correct errors with high fault tolerance and scalability. Quantum LDPC codes leverage sparse parity-check matrices to offer efficient and scalable error correction, closely approaching theoretical performance limits. The chapter concludes by exploring current research efforts to optimize QEC codes.
Abstract We propose and analyze a hierarchical quantum error correction (QEC) scheme that concatenates hypergraph product (HGP) codes with rotated surface codes and that is compatible with quantum computers with only nearest-neighbor interactions. The outer code employs (3,4)-random HGP codes, known for their constant encoding rate and favorable distance scaling, while the inner code consists of a rotated surface code with distance 5, allowing hardware compatibility through lattice surgery. To address the decoding bottleneck, we utilize a soft-decision decoding strategy that combines belief propagation with ordered statistics decoding, enhanced by a syndrome-conditioned logical error probability computed via a tailored lookup table for the inner code. Numerical simulations under a code capacity noise model demonstrate that our hierarchical codes achieve logical error suppression below the threshold. Furthermore, we derive explicit conditions under which the proposed codes surpass surface codes as a QEC code in both qubit efficiency and error rate. In particular, for the size parameter s≥4s \ge 4s≥4 (which corresponds to 16 logical qubits) and the distance d≥25d\ge 25d≥25, our construction outperforms the rotated surface code in practical regimes with physical error rates around or less than 10−210^{-2}10−2. These results suggest that concatenated quantum low-density parity-check surface architectures can offer a scalable and resource-efficient path toward near-term fault-tolerant quantum computation.
Quantum error correction (QEC) is a crucial aspect of realizing fault-tolerant quantum computation. However, existing QEC codes often suffer from inefficiencies, including excessive qubit overhead and vulnerability to error propagation. This paper proposes a novel approach to QEC code design leveraging topological optimization. The core idea is to optimize the topological structure of the QEC code itself, aiming to minimize redundant encoding and reduce the probability of error propagation. We introduce a framework based on topological principles to systematically explore and refine the topology of QEC codes. This optimization process focuses on identifying and eliminating unnecessary connections within the code, resulting in a more resilient and efficient error correction scheme. The theoretical analysis demonstrates that optimized topological structures can significantly improve the code's performance metrics, such as the quantum error correction threshold and the logical error rate. This work represents a fundamental shift in the design of QEC codes, moving beyond traditional approaches to incorporate the inherent structure of the code as a key element in enhancing its performance.
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