Demonstration of a Bosonic Quantum Classifier with Data Reuploading

In a single qubit system, a universal quantum classifier can be realized using the data reuploading technique. In this study, we propose a new quantum classifier applying this technique to bosonic systems and successfully demonstrate it using a silicon-based photonic integrated circuit. We established a theory of quantum machine learning algorithm applicable to bosonic systems and implemented a programmable optical circuit combined with an interferometer. Learning and classification using part of the implemented optical quantum circuit with uncorrelated two photons resulted in a classification with a success probability of 94 +/- 0.8% in the proof of principle experiment. As this method can be applied to an arbitrary two-mode N-photon system, further development of optical quantum classifiers, such as extensions to quantum entangled and multiphoton states, is expected in the future.

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In this study, a new quantum classifier for bosonic systems is proposed and successfully demonstrated using a silicon-based photonic integrated circuit. By implementing a programmable optical circuit combined with an interferometer, a high success probability in classification is achieved in the proof of principle experiment.