EAGE Workshop on High Performance Computing for Upstream

Toward an application of quantum computing in geophysics

M. Dukalski

Published Jan 1, 2021• 3 citations

Abstract

Summary Quantum computing offers a theoretical speed-up (in terms computational complexity) when performing certain computational tasks. Successful inclusion of quantum computing units in existing HPC solutions is contingent on identifying appropriate and realistic use-cases, of which, to date, there are very few candidates. This is particularly true for upstream business. This is because, there are few quantum algorithms, each coming with a number of caveats which ought to be carefully studied. We suggest a potential simple use-case in geophysics and 1D inverse scattering theory and provide detailed analysis of the requirements needed to be met in order to achieve the promised speed-up.

DOI: 10.3997/2214-4609.2021612005

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