Session: 01-06-02: New Advances in Acoustics and Vibration: AI and Machine Learning, New Methods and Materials

Paper Number: 145744

145744 - Exploring Acoustic Metamaterials for Quantum-Inspired Computing: A Novel Phi-Bit Approach 

Quantum computing leverages the principles of superposition and entanglement, offering advantages beyond the reach of traditional computing technologies. At the heart of quantum computing are qubits, which facilitate the execution of parallel quantum algorithms through the orchestration of simple one or two-qubit gates in complex circuits. However, the control and measurement of quantum systems present significant challenges. In our research, we propose a novel approach using logical phi-bits, which are classical counterparts to qubits, constructed through the use of nonlinear acoustic waves within specifically designed acoustic metamaterials that is externally driven. These phi-bits serve as a conduit between a physical space that scales linearly and a Hilbert space that scales exponentially, allowing for parallel information processing via unitary operations. Our work demonstrates the execution of a complex three-phi-bit unitary operation, akin to quantum circuit operations, through a singular manipulation of the metamaterials. This stands in contrast to the multiple sequences of gate operations required by traditional qubit-based methods. The adoption of a phi-bit-centered strategy may present new advantages in computational tasks that demand intricate unitary operations, signaling a promising convergence between classical and quantum computing realms. This advancement suggests the potential for reimagining computational frameworks by utilizing nonlinear classical mechanical systems in ways that mimic quantum computing, effectively merging the strengths of both approaches.

[Funding: NSF grant # 2204382, 2204400, 2242925]

Presenting Author: M Arif Hasan Wayne State University

Presenting Author Biography: M. Arif Hasan serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Wayne State University. After completing his Ph.D. in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2014, Dr. Hasan advanced from a Postdoctoral Scholar to an Assistant Research Professor, leading to his current role at Wayne State University since August 2021. His research focuses on classical acoustics and dynamics, exploring similarities with quantum systems to uncover new benefits. Dr. Hasan is known for developing innovative topological features, areas that were honored with the 2016 Nobel Prize in Physics and the 2022 Abel Prize in Mathematics, which open up novel functional possibilities and applications. His pioneering work on creating classical systems analogous to quantum bits and qutrits presents a groundbreaking approach to achieving objectives in quantum information science and technology. Dr. Hasan is dedicated to research-based mentoring, demonstrated by his participation in funded projects designed to cultivate future engineers and researchers, underscoring his significant contributions to the field through substantial NSF grants.

Authors:

M Arif Hasan Wayne State University
Pierre Deymier The University of Arizona
Keith Runge The University of Arizona
Joshua Levine The University of Arizona