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Quantum-Inspired Graph Partitioning for Scalability

Jincheng Zhang

Published Sep 5, 2026• 0 citations
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Graph partitioning is a fundamental problem in computer science, with applications ranging from high-performance computing to image processing and data analytics. Traditional graph partitioning algorithms often struggle with scalability, particularly when dealing with large, complex graphs. This paper proposes a novel quantum-inspired graph partitioning algorithm designed to address these limitations. The core idea is to mimic the principles of quantum superposition and entanglement to explore the entire solution space simultaneously. The algorithm utilizes probabilistic methods to navigate this space and converge towards a near-optimal partitioning, offering potential improvements in efficiency and scalability compared to conventional methods. The methodology introduces a scoring function based on graph cut metrics and probabilistic routing to simulate quantum interference, ultimately leading to a more effective partitioning. The performance of the algorithm is evaluated through simulations, demonstrating its potential to significantly reduce the computational cost of graph partitioning for large-scale systems. Further research will focus on optimizing the probabilistic routing and exploring different quantum-inspired techniques.

DOI
10.5281/zenodo.22335165

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