Airbus and BMW Quantum Computing Challenge 2024

A unique opportunity to help shape the future of transportation!

Airbus and automotive giant BMW Group have launched the Quantum Mobility Quest

Tackling pressing mobility challenges

FUTURE MOBILITY

The Quantum Computing Challenge is a global initiative launched by Airbus and BMW Group. It aims to develop quantum computing technologies that could solve some of the biggest industrial challenges faced by the aviation and automotive sectors.The Challenge concluded in late 2024.

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What is the Quantum Mobility Quest?

The Quantum Mobility Quest is a global initiative aiming to develop quantum computing technologies that could solve some of the biggest challenges faced by the aviation and automotive sectors.

That’s because quantum computing has the potential to transform the mobility industry, from how its products and solutions are designed to how they operate.

The challenge is hosted by The Quantum Insider and is sponsored by Airbus and BMW Group, with the support of Amazon Web Services.

Winners: Airbus and BMW Group’s Quantum Computing Challenge 2024

Quantum Leaps

University of Hamburg, Germany

Winner category: Quantum Solvers

The team’s approach demonstrated both an efficient quantum inspired classical method and a hybrid quantum method offering the possibility of additional benefits.

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Quandela, start-up from France

Winner category: Quantum-Enhanced Autonomy

Quandela proposed an innovative quantum machine learning solution to enhance autonomy in the mobility sector. It demonstrated a convincing analysis into potential scalability, highly relevant to bring quantum closer to industrial value.

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Quantum challenge critical scenarios

4ColorResearch, start-up from the UK

Winner category: Quantum-powered logistics

The company showcased a great example of what hybrid schemes may look like. A novel approach that seamlessly combines quantum and non-quantum algorithms to explore whether quantum can make supply chains more sustainable.

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Sustainable Supply Chain

Winners: Airbus and BMW Group’s Quantum Computing Challenge 2024

Quantum Leaps

The University of Southern California, USA

Winner category: Quantum simulation - Smart coatings

The team demonstrated a thoughtful approach to database selection, ensuring high-quality input data. They provided a detailed rationale for their supercell configurations, alloy compositions, and symmetry considerations, balancing accuracy with computational efficiency.

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Corrosion Inhibition

TU Delft, The Netherlands

Winner category: Golden App

High performance computing is used to design carbon fibre structures used on an A350 aircraft. They are subject to very specific constraints defined by industry standards. The theoretical weight reduction obtained through the solution designed by the TU Delft could potentially be significant.

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Digital Connectivity

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