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Christos Papalitsas1, Kalliopi Kastampolidou2, Theodore Andronikos3
1Department of Informatics, Ionian University, Corfu, Greece. c14papa@ionio.gr.
Abstract:
Even before quantum computers were known to the public, quantum-inspired algorithms were already introduced and acquired a well-deserved reputation. Their strength lies on their ability to combine innovative characteristics and superior results. In the almost 20 years that the field has existed, a huge number of results have been obtained. This chapter is an attempt to give a succinct but comprehensive review of the current state of affairs in the field of quantum-inspired-based metaheuristics, particularly geared towards those that can be used in existing quantum computers.
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