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Quantum-Inspired Neural Networks

R. Raihana Parveen, N. S. Kalyan Chakravarthy, S. Jafar Ali Ibrahim, Raenu Kolandaisamy, Janga Srinivasa Rao, Y. V. Hanumantha Rao

Published Mar 31, 2026• 0 citations
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Two strong transformative fields in contemporary artificial intelligence (AI) are quantum computing and deep learning. Neuro-nanophotonic systems also introduce quantum-inspired innovations that enhance the computing power of neural networks. Quantum-Inspired Neural Networks (QINNs) have shown promise as a potential alternative to the classical deep learning models, particularly when processing high-dimensional data and solving complex problems efficiently. QINNs leverage the attributes of quantum mechanics to enable efficient deep learning methodologies, achieving superior performance in AI-based applications. In this research, we present a QINN framework that synergizes the power of Quantum Variational Circuits (QVCs) and Quantum Natural Gradient Descent (QNGD) to improve learning efficiency of learning. Experimental results show that QINNs can achieve 97% accuracy, which is 4.5% improvement over the classical models, and computational time and energy consumption can be reduced by 45% and 53%, respectively. Furthermore, QINNs exhibited greater robustness to adversarial noise, making them better candidates for healthcare, cybersecurity, and large-scale AI applications. The results illuminate the game-changing ability of QINNs with respect to scalable, cross-computational and highly resilient AI architectures.

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10.1201/9781003674825-5

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