Advancements and Applications of Quantum Computing in Robotics

Abstract

Quantum computing is an advanced computing area that utilizes the principles of quantum mechanics to do certain operations at much faster rates compared to traditional computers. Quantum bits, or qubits, have the ability to exist in multiple states simultaneously, unlike traditional bits, which have a state of 0 or 1. This unique property was created by a process known as superposition. This article reviews the various quantum computing applications within the field of robotics. It further discusses the principles of quantum computing such as superposition and qubits, and puts more focus on exponential processing capacity of it. Various quantum algorithms are reviewed in comparison to traditional methods used on completing machine learning tasks and handling robotics. In addition, this paper reviews potential applications of quantum computing within the field of artificial intelligence, data mining, and image process. Lastly, the paper highlights the necessity of effectively integrating robotics with quantum computing, considering application-based protocols, scale-up capacity, and hardware-free algorithms.