Dynamical Phase Transitions in Dissipative Quantum Dynamics with Quantum Optical Realization

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Abstract

We study dynamical phase transitions (DPT) in the driven and damped Dicke model, realizable for example by a driven atomic ensemble collectively coupled to a damped cavity mode. These DPTs are characterized by nonanalyticities of certain observables, primarily the overlap of time evolved and initial state. Even though the dynamics is dissipative, this phenomenon occurs for a wide range of parameters and no fine-tuning is required. Focusing on the state of the “atoms” in the limit of a bad cavity, we are able to asymptotically evaluate an exact path integral representation of the relevant overlaps. The DPTs then arise by minimization of a certain action function, which is related to the large deviation theory of a classical stochastic process. Finally, we present a scheme which allows a measurement of the DPT in a cavity-QED setup.

Details

OriginalspracheEnglisch
Seiten (von - bis)1-6
Seitenumfang6
FachzeitschriftPhys. Rev. Lett.
Ausgabenummer143602
PublikationsstatusVeröffentlicht - 2020
Peer-Review-StatusJa

Externe IDs

Scopus 85093358154
ORCID /0000-0002-7806-3525/work/142234172
ORCID /0000-0002-1520-7931/work/142246621

Schlagworte

Schlagwörter

  • Dynamical phase transitions