Xanadu Quantum Technologies, in collaboration with AMD, has successfully integrated the PennyLane quantum software library with the AMD DevCloud. This integration facilitates the execution of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations in a hybrid quantum-classical environment.

The framework developed leverages AMD’s high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, effectively managing the classical processing necessary for complex quantum workflows. This collaboration is particularly focused on optimising the execution of quantum algorithms for industrial applications in the aerospace and engineering sectors, with specific attention to alleviating computational bottlenecks in aircraft design.

In their recent demonstration, the team executed a CFD model featuring 256 × 256 matrix elements. The hybrid programme employed 20 qubits and approximately 35 million quantum gates to carry out fluid dynamics calculations. Benchmarking results indicated that transitioning the Quantum Singular Value Transformation (QSVT) algorithm—a fundamental component for linear algebra in quantum computing—from a conventional CPU to an AMD GPU resulted in a remarkable reduction of simulation time by a factor of 25. These findings illustrate the effectiveness of GPU-accelerated classical hardware in enhancing the throughput and viability of large-scale quantum simulations.

Utilising the Catalyst compiler, Xanadu successfully translated a 68-qubit quantum circuit into over 15 million hardware-optimised gates. This optimisation is aimed at preparing substantial engineering programmes for future deployment on fault-tolerant photonic quantum hardware. The partnership seeks to establish a scalable software and hardware infrastructure that enables aerospace organisations to compile and simulate high-fidelity models.

Additionally, it is noteworthy that Xanadu is advancing these developments concurrently with its proposed business combination with Crane Harbor Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: CHAC).

For further information regarding the CFD simulation parameters and GPU benchmarking, interested parties are encouraged to consult the official Xanadu announcement here.

March 10, 2026