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Novel models of computation from novel physical substrates: a bosonic example
Sampreet Kalita, Benjamin W. Butler, Susan Stepney, Viv Kendon·March 25, 2026
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Abstract
Unconventional physical computing is producing many novel and exotic devices that can potentially be used in a computational mode. Currently, these tend to be used to implement traditional models of computation, such as boolean logic circuits, or neuromorphic approaches. This runs the risk of failing to exploit the devices to their full potential. Here we describe a methodology for deriving a model of computation and domain specific language more closely matched to a given physical device's capabilities, and illustrate it with a case study of bosonic computing as implemented by a physical multi-component interferometer.