Prediction of Toric Code Topological Order from Rydberg Blockade

The physical realization of Z_{2} topological order as encountered in the paradigmatic toric code has proven to be an elusive goal. We predict that this phase of matter can be realized in a two-dimensional array of Rydberg atoms placed on the ruby lattice, at specific values of the Rydberg blockade...

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Main Authors: Ruben Verresen, Mikhail D. Lukin, Ashvin Vishwanath
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: American Physical Society 2021-07-01
Series:Physical Review X
Online Access:http://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevX.11.031005