Advanced Equivalence Checking for Quantum Circuits
摘要
This chapter presents an advanced equivalence checking methodology for quantum circuits that explicitly utilizes characteristics unique to quantum computing. The proposed approach is based on the inherent reversibility of quantum operations and the power of simulation. It allows for efficient verification of quantum circuits, often requiring just a single simulation run to detect non-equivalence. The chapter also discusses strategies for conducting equivalence checks and provides a comprehensive equivalence checking flow.