Quantum Optimization-Based Route Compression for Efficient Navigation Systems

Abstract: We present a novel quantum optimization-based route compression technique that significantly reduces storage requirements compared to conventional methods. Route optimization systems face critical challenges in efficiently storing selected routes, particularly under memory constraints. Our proposed method enhances route information compression rates by leveraging Higher Order Binary Optimization (HOBO), an extended formulation of Quadratic Unconstrained Binary Optimization (QUBO) commonly employed in quantum approximate optimization algorithms (QAOA) for combinatorial optimization problems. We implemented HOBO on real world map data and conducted comparative analysis between the traditional Ramer-Douglas-Peucker (RDP) algorithm and our proposed method. Results demonstrate that our approach successfully identifies yielding improved compression efficiency that scales with data size from candidate routes. Experimental validation confirms the technique viability for practical applications in navigation systems where memory constraints are critical. The HOBO formulation allows for representation of complex route that would be difficult to capture using classical compression algorithms. Our implementation demonstrates up to 30% improvement in compression rates while maintaining route fidelity within acceptable navigation parameters. This approach opens new possibilities for implementing quantum inspired optimization in transportation systems, potentially providing more efficient navigation services. This work represents a significant advancement in applying quantum optimization principles to practical transportation challenges.