Israel-based quantum software startup Classiq partnered with Rolls-Royce (RR) to leverage quantum and classical computing techniques to design and develop novel computational fluid dynamics. Similarly, Toronto-based end-to-end quantum provider Xanadu partnered with Volkswagen (VW) to develop materials for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The terms and financial details of both partnerships have not been disclosed.

Under the Classiq-RR partnership, the duo will focus on designing and implementing complex computational fluid dynamics—a numerical simulation of fluid and gas—and develop optimized quantum circuits to work with the Harrow-Hassidim-Lloyd (HHL) algorithm that is capable of solving linear systems of equations. 

The Xanadu-VW partnership will combine Xanadu’s photonic quantum computing capabilities and VW’s automobile expertise, to build quantum algorithms and simulations to accelerate the development of better battery materials that are safer, cost-efficient, and lighter. As part of the partnership, Xanadu will also engage with VW’s EV battery R&D teams.