The foundations of future engineering are being established. Nvidia and Rolls Royce are taking significant steps in the field of quantum computers, which have been under discussion and development for many years. Although we may not yet have a fully functional quantum computer technology, Nvidia and Rolls Royce are making serious progress in this regard. Through their collaboration, the two companies are using Nvidia graphics cards to simulate quantum computers during the production of Rolls Royce jet engines, or in other words, they are emulating the quantum computing capabilities. Here are the details related to this topic…

Nvidia and Rolls Royce are working together on quantum technology!

Nvidia, renowned for its graphics cards, is collaborating with Rolls Royce on quantum computer technologies. By combining their strengths, the two companies are emulating a quantum computer in the production of jet engines. Yes, they are emulating because the current technology is not yet sufficient for the production of a fully functional quantum computer. However, we can see what a quantum computer is capable of.

Rolls Royce is attempting to use these quantum computers in the production of jet engines for aircraft. Even the most powerful computers currently available on the market struggle to calculate the power generated by a jet engine and how it affects the aircraft during takeoff. Therefore, the presence of quantum computer technology, particularly in the aviation sector, is essential.

In the initial stages, Rolls Royce used Nvidia’s GPUs called A-100 for their quantum computers. At present, they can be referred to as quantum computers in name only. However, when we consider the hardware aspect, it is difficult to claim that they are true quantum computers. They are more like quantum bits, as they only have a few dozen qubits compared to real quantum computers. This limits our ability to fully rely on the calculations performed by these devices.

However, when it comes to Rolls Royce’s algorithms, we can truly say they have a quantum foundation. The brand’s HHL-based algorithm has the potential to significantly accelerate CFD simulations, but we do not yet have a quantum computer capable of running it. Therefore, the initial tests and collaboration with Nvidia are of great importance.

So, what are your thoughts on quantum and quantum computer technology? Do you believe these computers will be the foundation of future engineering? Don’t forget to share your opinions in the comments section.