Quantum Computing and Advanced Machine Learning for Complex Optimization

The recent developments in the research area have shown a significant shift towards leveraging quantum computing and advanced machine learning techniques to address complex optimization and control problems in various domains. Notably, there is a growing interest in integrating quantum computing principles into traditional optimization frameworks, such as Nonlinear Model Predictive Control (NMPC) and Optimal Power Flow (OPF), to enhance computational efficiency and solution quality. Additionally, hybrid quantum neural networks are being explored to improve the performance of neural networks in solving NP-hard problems, such as OPF, by leveraging quantum mechanics properties like superposition and entanglement. Furthermore, there is a trend towards developing risk-averse and robust optimization strategies for managing uncertainties in energy systems, including microgrids and electricity-hydrogen networks. These approaches aim to enhance system resilience and operational flexibility under extreme weather conditions and fluctuating renewable energy sources. The field is also witnessing advancements in the development of new market products and optimization models for electricity markets, which incorporate quantum computing and reinforcement learning to better manage imbalances and uncertainties. Notably, the integration of quantum computing into deep learning models, such as Bayesian Quantum Neural Networks, is showing promise in improving training efficiency and generalization capabilities for large-scale power systems with high renewable penetration. Overall, the research is moving towards more integrated and computationally efficient solutions that leverage the strengths of both classical and quantum computing paradigms.

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Tight MIP Formulation for Pipeline Gas Flow with Linepack

MambaCPU: Enhanced Correlation Mining with State Space Models for CPU Performance Prediction

Quantum optimization for Nonlinear Model Predictive Control

Flexibility Options: A Proposed Product for Managing Imbalance Risk

Experimental implementation of an economic model predictive control for froth flotation

Advancing Hybrid Quantum Neural Network for Alternative Current Optimal Power Flow

Optimal Hardening Strategy for Electricity-Hydrogen Networks with Hydrogen Leakage Risk Control against Extreme Weather

A Risk-Averse Just-In-Time Scheme for Learning-Based Operation of Microgrids with Coupled Electricity-Hydrogen-Ammonia under Uncertainties

Bilevel Model for Electricity Market Mechanism Optimisation via Quantum Computing Enhanced Reinforcement Learning

Quantum Reinforcement Learning-Based Two-Stage Unit Commitment Framework for Enhanced Power Systems Robustness

Fine-Grained Clustering-Based Power Identification for Multicores

QUBO Formulations for Variation of Domination Problem

CaloChallenge 2022: A Community Challenge for Fast Calorimeter Simulation

Addressing Imbalance Risk with Reserves and Flexibility Options: An ERCOT-like Case Study

Bayesian Quantum Neural Network for Renewable-Rich Power Flow with Training Efficiency and Generalization Capability Improvements

MILP-StuDio: MILP Instance Generation via Block Structure Decomposition

Conditioned quantum-assisted deep generative surrogate for particle-calorimeter interactions

On Heterogeneous Ising Machines

Quantum Deep Equilibrium Models

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