We implemented two algoritms, in Golang:
The default one is a Thistlethwaite’s 4 phases algorithm. But instead of using huge, pre-computed prunning tables, we implemented 4 heuristics matching the 4 standard algorithm groups and which could provide sufficient estimation for an IDAstar (depthFirstSearch), performing quite well on randomly scrumbled cubes. This implementation will find short solutions (20-50 steps), but may take from a few seconds to few minutes to return.
The second one is a “Human” algorithm. Based on “CFOP” method. It uses several algorithms to solve known configurations as it evolve to solution.
See : https://ruwix.com/the-rubiks-cube/how-to-solve-the-rubiks-cube-beginners-method/
Although providing big solutions, the computational time is near from zero.
Oddly satisfying !