Quantum-Inspired Sampling for Monte Carlo Simulations
Jincheng Zhang
Abstract
Quantum-inspired sampling is a novel approach to Monte Carlo simulations that aims to overcome the limitations of traditional methods by incorporating quantum-like phenomena – specifically superposition and entanglement – into the sampling process. This paper investigates the potential of utilizing these principles to accelerate convergence, enhance accuracy, and improve the overall efficiency of Monte Carlo simulations, particularly in complex systems. We present a theoretical framework and preliminary implementation demonstrating the effectiveness of this technique. The core mechanism focuses on manipulating the probability distribution to guide the search towards promising solutions, effectively leveraging quantum-inspired dynamics.