TechQuanta: Engineering & Science

Quantum Computing - period modular exponentiation and factoring

In this episode, we explore the concept of modular exponentiation and its significance in number theory and quantum computing. We discuss the periodic nature of modular exponentiation, how it relates to modular arithmetic, and the challenges of finding periods for large numbers. We also cover classical methods like repeated squaring and introduce quantum approaches that leverage quantum gates for efficient period finding. Join us as we break down these complex topics into clear insights and practical applications.