A Quantum Optimization Method for Antenna Array Thinning

An innovative design methodology based on a hybrid quantum computing technique aimed at optimizing the thinning configuration of the array elements for interference suppression purposes is presented in this work. The optimization approach exploits the Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithm (QAOA) and a set of selected numerical results, carried out through a quantum computer emulator, is discussed to point out the peculiarities of the proposed method.