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Distributed Quantum Simulation via Tensor Networks

Jincheng Zhang

Published Sep 7, 2026• 0 citations
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Abstract

This paper explores the potential of tensor networks for enabling distributed quantum simulation, a crucial step towards scaling up quantum computations. Traditional quantum simulation faces limitations due to the exponential growth of state vector sizes required for complex systems. Distributed quantum simulation aims to overcome this by partitioning the simulation across multiple quantum processors. However, efficient representation and manipulation of the resulting distributed quantum state remain a significant challenge. This work proposes utilizing tensor networks as a framework for representing and processing these distributed quantum states. Tensor networks offer an inherent structure that facilitates efficient parallel computation and minimizes communication overhead between quantum processors. We outline a theoretical framework, detailing the application of tensor network contractions and disentanglement techniques specifically tailored for distributed quantum simulation scenarios. The core claim of this work is that scaling up quantum simulations requires efficient methods for representing and manipulating quantum states, and tensor networks provide a promising avenue for achieving this goal. We present a method to reduce the computational complexity associated with simulating large quantum systems by leveraging the properties of tensor networks. The approach allows for a more scalable simulation strategy, moving beyond the limitations of traditional state vector representations. Further research will explore specific tensor network architectures and optimization strategies for different simulation problems.

DOI
10.5281/zenodo.22575994

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