本文考虑了一类内部具有两个不连续点且边界条件依赖谱参数的Dirac算子的谱性质。首先通过引入适当的Hilbert空间并在其上定义新的自伴算子,使得所考虑问题的特征值与该算子的特征值一致。然后通过构造基本解得到了特征值的一些性质。...本文考虑了一类内部具有两个不连续点且边界条件依赖谱参数的Dirac算子的谱性质。首先通过引入适当的Hilbert空间并在其上定义新的自伴算子,使得所考虑问题的特征值与该算子的特征值一致。然后通过构造基本解得到了特征值的一些性质。最后给出了问题的Green函数和预解算子。In this paper, we consider the spectral properties of a class of Dirac operators with two internal discontinuities and spectral parameter-dependent boundary conditions. First, the eigenvalues of the problem under consideration are made to coincide with the eigenvalues of the operator by introducing a suitable Hilbert space and defining a new self-adjoint operator on it. Then some properties of the eigenvalues are obtained by constructing the basic solution. Finally, Green’s function and the resolvent operator of the problem are given.展开更多
In 1951, Dirac proposed a formalism for a Lorentz invariant Aether with a vacuum state that contains all possible velocity states at each space-time point. Dirac showed no explicit path from the Aether towards the Qua...In 1951, Dirac proposed a formalism for a Lorentz invariant Aether with a vacuum state that contains all possible velocity states at each space-time point. Dirac showed no explicit path from the Aether towards the Quantum Mechanics. In this paper, we demonstrate that Dirac’s proposed Aether can be described by a lattice of possible events in space-time built in the local Lorentz frame. The idealised case of single velocity state leads to the famous Dirac equation for a plane wave state and is compatible with quantum statistics. On the lattice, possible space-time events are connected by the Dirac spinors which provide the probability of observing an event. The inertial mass of a particle is shown to be equivalent to the density of possible events on the lattice. Variation of the lattice density of events modifies the metric and provides a space-time curvature leading to the Hilbert action associated with general relativity. In classical limit, the perturbation in the density of possible events of the Aether is proportional to the Newtonian gravitational potential.展开更多
Magnetic topological semimetals have been at the forefront of condensed matter physics due to their ability to exhibit exotic transport phenomena.Investigating the interplay between magnetic and topological orders in ...Magnetic topological semimetals have been at the forefront of condensed matter physics due to their ability to exhibit exotic transport phenomena.Investigating the interplay between magnetic and topological orders in systems with broken time-reversal symmetry is crucial for realizing non-trivial quantum effects.We delve into the electronic structure of the rare-earth-based antiferromagnetic Dirac semimetal EuMg_(2)Bi_(2) using first-principles calculations and angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy.Our calculations reveal that the spin-orbit coupling(SOC)in EuMg_(2)Bi_(2) prompts an insulator to topological semimetal transition,with the Dirac bands protected by crystal symmetries.The linearly dispersive states near the Fermi level,primarily originating from Bi 6p orbitals,are observed on both the(001)and(100)surfaces,confirming that EuMg_(2)Bi_(2) is a three-dimensional topological Dirac semimetal.This research offers pivotal insights into the interplay between magnetism,SOC and topological phase transitions in spintronics applications.展开更多
The presence of a pair of Weyl and Dirac points(WP-DP)in topological semimetal states is intriguing and sought after due to the effects associated with chiral topological charges.However,identifying these states in re...The presence of a pair of Weyl and Dirac points(WP-DP)in topological semimetal states is intriguing and sought after due to the effects associated with chiral topological charges.However,identifying these states in real materials poses a significant challenge.In this study,by means of first-principles calculations we predict the coexistence of charge-2 Dirac and charge-2 Weyl phonons at high-symmetry points within a noncentrosymmetric P4_(1)2_(1)2 space group.Furthermore,we propose GeO_(2)as an ideal candidate for realizing these states.Notably,we observe two distinct surface arcs that connect the Dirac and Weyl points across the entire Brillouin zone,which could facilitate their detection in future experimental investigations.This study not only presents a tangible material for experimentalists to explore the topological properties of WP-DP states but also opens up new avenues in the quest for ideal platforms to study chiral particles.展开更多
Topological Dirac semimetals are a parent state from which other exotic topological phases of matter, such as Weyl semimetals and topological insulators, can emerge. In this study, we investigate a Dirac semimetal pos...Topological Dirac semimetals are a parent state from which other exotic topological phases of matter, such as Weyl semimetals and topological insulators, can emerge. In this study, we investigate a Dirac semimetal possessing sixfold rotational symmetry and hosting higher-order topological hinge Fermi arc states, which is irradiated by circularly polarized light. Our findings reveal that circularly polarized light splits each Dirac node into a pair of Weyl nodes due to the breaking of time-reversal symmetry, resulting in the realization of the Weyl semimetal phase. This Weyl semimetal phase exhibits rich boundary states, including two-dimensional surface Fermi arc states and hinge Fermi arc states confined to six hinges.Furthermore, by adjusting the incident direction of the circularly polarized light, we can control the degree of tilt of the resulting Weyl cones, enabling the realization of different types of Weyl semimetals.展开更多
The Aharonov-Bohm effect (experimentally verified) constitutes an undubitable proof of the non local nature of quantum mechanics and of the gauge character of the electromagnetic interaction. On the other hand, the ex...The Aharonov-Bohm effect (experimentally verified) constitutes an undubitable proof of the non local nature of quantum mechanics and of the gauge character of the electromagnetic interaction. On the other hand, the existence of a Dirac monopole (not yet experimentally confirmed) leads to the quantization of the electric charge. Both phenomena can be mathematically described in the context of fiber bundle theory. Using this approach, we briefly review the mutual determination of the corresponding connections ωA−B, ωDand potentials AA−B±, AD±. This mathematical result gives an additional theoretical support to present day active search of the magnetic charge.展开更多
Optical bistability(OB)is capable of rapidly and reversibly transforming a parameter of an optical signal from one state to another,and homologous nonlinear optical bistable devices are core components of high-speed a...Optical bistability(OB)is capable of rapidly and reversibly transforming a parameter of an optical signal from one state to another,and homologous nonlinear optical bistable devices are core components of high-speed all-optical communication and all-optical networks.In this paper,we theoretically investigated the controllable OB from a Fabry-Pérot(FP)cavity with a nonlinear three-dimensional Dirac semimetal(3D DSM)in the terahertz band.The OB stems from the third-order nonlinear bulk conductivity of the 3D DSM and the resonance mode has a positive effect on the generation of OB.This FP cavity structure is able to tune the OB because the transmittance and the reflectance can be modulated by the Fermi energy of the 3D DSM.We believe that this FP cavity configuration could provide a reference concept for realizing tunable bistable devices.展开更多
The boundary value problem plays a crucial role in the analytical investigation of continuum dynamics. In this paper, an analytical method based on the Dirac operator to solve the nonlinear and non-homogeneous boundar...The boundary value problem plays a crucial role in the analytical investigation of continuum dynamics. In this paper, an analytical method based on the Dirac operator to solve the nonlinear and non-homogeneous boundary value problem of rectangular plates is proposed. The key concept behind this method is to transform the nonlinear or non-homogeneous part on the boundary into a lateral force within the governing function by the Dirac operator, which linearizes and homogenizes the original boundary, allowing one to employ the modal superposition method for obtaining solutions to reconstructive governing equations. Once projected into the modal space, the harmonic balance method(HBM) is utilized to solve coupled ordinary differential equations(ODEs)of truncated systems with nonlinearity. To validate the convergence and accuracy of the proposed Dirac method, the results of typical examples, involving nonlinearly restricted boundaries, moment excitation, and displacement excitation, are compared with those of the differential quadrature element method(DQEM). The results demonstrate that when dealing with nonlinear boundaries, the Dirac method exhibits more excellent accuracy and convergence compared with the DQEM. However, when facing displacement excitation, there exist some discrepancies between the proposed approach and simulations;nevertheless, the proposed method still accurately predicts resonant frequencies while being uniquely capable of handling nonuniform displacement excitations. Overall, this methodology offers a convenient way for addressing nonlinear and non-homogenous plate boundaries.展开更多
Using angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy and density functional theory calculations methods,we investigate the electronic structures and topological properties of ternary tellurides NbIrTe_(4),a candidate for t...Using angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy and density functional theory calculations methods,we investigate the electronic structures and topological properties of ternary tellurides NbIrTe_(4),a candidate for type-II Weyl semimetal.We demonstrate the presence of several Fermi arcs connecting their corresponding Weyl points on both termination surfaces of the topological material.Our analysis reveals the existence of Dirac points,in addition to Weyl points,giving both theoretical and experimental evidences of the coexistence of Dirac and Weyl points in a single material.These findings not only confirm NbIrTe_(4) as a unique topological semimetal but also open avenues for exploring novel electronic devices based on its coexisting Dirac and Weyl fermions.展开更多
The Pryce(e)spin and position operators of the quantum theory of Dirac's free field were re-defined and studied recently with the help of a new spin symmetry and suitable spectral representations[Eur.Phys.J.C 82,1...The Pryce(e)spin and position operators of the quantum theory of Dirac's free field were re-defined and studied recently with the help of a new spin symmetry and suitable spectral representations[Eur.Phys.J.C 82,1073(2022)].This approach is generalized here,associating a pair of integral operators acting directly on particle and antiparticle wave spinors in momentum representation to any integral operator in configuration representation,acting on mode spinors.This framework allows an effective quantization procedure,giving a large set of one-particle operators with physical meaning as the spin and orbital parts of the isometry generators,the Pauli-Lubanski and position operators,or other spin-type operators proposed to date.Special attention is paid to the operators that mix the particle and antiparticle sectors whose off-diagonal associated operators have oscillating terms producing Zitterbevegung.The principal operators of this type,including the usual coordinate operator,are derived here for the first time.As an application,it is shown that an apparatus measuring these new observables may prepare and detect oneparticle wave packets moving uniformly without Zitterbewegung or spin dynamics,spreading in time normally as any other relativistic or even non-relativistic wave packet.展开更多
We explore the gapped graphene structure in the two-dimensional plane in the presence of the Rosen-Morse potential and an external uniform magnetic field.In order to describe the corresponding structure,we consider th...We explore the gapped graphene structure in the two-dimensional plane in the presence of the Rosen-Morse potential and an external uniform magnetic field.In order to describe the corresponding structure,we consider the propagation of electrons in graphene as relativistic fermion quasi-particles,and analyze it by the wave functions of two-component spinors with pseudo-spin symmetry using the Dirac equation.Next,to solve and analyze the Dirac equation,we obtain the eigenvalues and eigenvectors using the Legendre differential equation.After that,we obtain the bounded states of energy depending on the coefficients of Rosen-Morse and magnetic potentials in terms of quantum numbers of principal n and spin-orbit k.Then,the values of the energy spectrum for the ground state and the first excited state are calculated,and the wave functions and the corresponding probabilities are plotted in terms of coordinates r.In what follows,we explore the band structure of gapped graphene by the modified dispersion relation and write it in terms of the two-dimensional wave vectors K_(x) and K_(y).Finally,the energy bands are plotted in terms of the wave vectors K_(x) and K_(y) with and without the magnetic term.展开更多
文摘本文考虑了一类内部具有两个不连续点且边界条件依赖谱参数的Dirac算子的谱性质。首先通过引入适当的Hilbert空间并在其上定义新的自伴算子,使得所考虑问题的特征值与该算子的特征值一致。然后通过构造基本解得到了特征值的一些性质。最后给出了问题的Green函数和预解算子。In this paper, we consider the spectral properties of a class of Dirac operators with two internal discontinuities and spectral parameter-dependent boundary conditions. First, the eigenvalues of the problem under consideration are made to coincide with the eigenvalues of the operator by introducing a suitable Hilbert space and defining a new self-adjoint operator on it. Then some properties of the eigenvalues are obtained by constructing the basic solution. Finally, Green’s function and the resolvent operator of the problem are given.
文摘In 1951, Dirac proposed a formalism for a Lorentz invariant Aether with a vacuum state that contains all possible velocity states at each space-time point. Dirac showed no explicit path from the Aether towards the Quantum Mechanics. In this paper, we demonstrate that Dirac’s proposed Aether can be described by a lattice of possible events in space-time built in the local Lorentz frame. The idealised case of single velocity state leads to the famous Dirac equation for a plane wave state and is compatible with quantum statistics. On the lattice, possible space-time events are connected by the Dirac spinors which provide the probability of observing an event. The inertial mass of a particle is shown to be equivalent to the density of possible events on the lattice. Variation of the lattice density of events modifies the metric and provides a space-time curvature leading to the Hilbert action associated with general relativity. In classical limit, the perturbation in the density of possible events of the Aether is proportional to the Newtonian gravitational potential.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2022YFA1604302)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.U1632266,11927807,and U2032207)the approval of the Proposal Assessing Committee of SiP.ME^(2) platform project(Proposal No.11227902)supported by the National Science Foundation of China。
文摘Magnetic topological semimetals have been at the forefront of condensed matter physics due to their ability to exhibit exotic transport phenomena.Investigating the interplay between magnetic and topological orders in systems with broken time-reversal symmetry is crucial for realizing non-trivial quantum effects.We delve into the electronic structure of the rare-earth-based antiferromagnetic Dirac semimetal EuMg_(2)Bi_(2) using first-principles calculations and angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy.Our calculations reveal that the spin-orbit coupling(SOC)in EuMg_(2)Bi_(2) prompts an insulator to topological semimetal transition,with the Dirac bands protected by crystal symmetries.The linearly dispersive states near the Fermi level,primarily originating from Bi 6p orbitals,are observed on both the(001)and(100)surfaces,confirming that EuMg_(2)Bi_(2) is a three-dimensional topological Dirac semimetal.This research offers pivotal insights into the interplay between magnetism,SOC and topological phase transitions in spintronics applications.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2021YFB3501503)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.51474202)+2 种基金Network and Information Foundation of CAS(Grant No.CAS-WX2021SF-0102)the Key Project of Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.ZDRW-CN-2021-2-5)J.X.Li also acknowledges the funding from China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant Nos.2022T150660 and 2021M700152).
文摘The presence of a pair of Weyl and Dirac points(WP-DP)in topological semimetal states is intriguing and sought after due to the effects associated with chiral topological charges.However,identifying these states in real materials poses a significant challenge.In this study,by means of first-principles calculations we predict the coexistence of charge-2 Dirac and charge-2 Weyl phonons at high-symmetry points within a noncentrosymmetric P4_(1)2_(1)2 space group.Furthermore,we propose GeO_(2)as an ideal candidate for realizing these states.Notably,we observe two distinct surface arcs that connect the Dirac and Weyl points across the entire Brillouin zone,which could facilitate their detection in future experimental investigations.This study not only presents a tangible material for experimentalists to explore the topological properties of WP-DP states but also opens up new avenues in the quest for ideal platforms to study chiral particles.
基金Project supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant No. 2022YFA1403700)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 12074108 and 12347101)+3 种基金the Chongqing Natural Science Foundation (Grant No. CSTB2022NSCQ-MSX0568)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (Grant No. 2023CDJXY048)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(Grant No. BK20230066)the Jiangsu Shuang Chuang Project (Grant No. JSSCTD202209)。
文摘Topological Dirac semimetals are a parent state from which other exotic topological phases of matter, such as Weyl semimetals and topological insulators, can emerge. In this study, we investigate a Dirac semimetal possessing sixfold rotational symmetry and hosting higher-order topological hinge Fermi arc states, which is irradiated by circularly polarized light. Our findings reveal that circularly polarized light splits each Dirac node into a pair of Weyl nodes due to the breaking of time-reversal symmetry, resulting in the realization of the Weyl semimetal phase. This Weyl semimetal phase exhibits rich boundary states, including two-dimensional surface Fermi arc states and hinge Fermi arc states confined to six hinges.Furthermore, by adjusting the incident direction of the circularly polarized light, we can control the degree of tilt of the resulting Weyl cones, enabling the realization of different types of Weyl semimetals.
文摘The Aharonov-Bohm effect (experimentally verified) constitutes an undubitable proof of the non local nature of quantum mechanics and of the gauge character of the electromagnetic interaction. On the other hand, the existence of a Dirac monopole (not yet experimentally confirmed) leads to the quantization of the electric charge. Both phenomena can be mathematically described in the context of fiber bundle theory. Using this approach, we briefly review the mutual determination of the corresponding connections ωA−B, ωDand potentials AA−B±, AD±. This mathematical result gives an additional theoretical support to present day active search of the magnetic charge.
基金Project supported by the Wenzhou Major Science and Technology Innovation Project:Research and Industrialization of Key Technologies for Intelligent Dynamic Ultrahigh Pressure Microfluidizer(Grant No.ZG2023012)Wenzhou Major Science and Technology Innovation PR Project(Grant No.ZG2022011)+3 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.62305254)the Scientific Research Fund of the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province(Grant No.2022JJ30394)the Changsha Natural Science Foundation(Grant Nos.kq2202236 and kq2202246)the Science and Technology Project of Jiangxi Provincial Education Department(Grant No.GJJ190911).
文摘Optical bistability(OB)is capable of rapidly and reversibly transforming a parameter of an optical signal from one state to another,and homologous nonlinear optical bistable devices are core components of high-speed all-optical communication and all-optical networks.In this paper,we theoretically investigated the controllable OB from a Fabry-Pérot(FP)cavity with a nonlinear three-dimensional Dirac semimetal(3D DSM)in the terahertz band.The OB stems from the third-order nonlinear bulk conductivity of the 3D DSM and the resonance mode has a positive effect on the generation of OB.This FP cavity structure is able to tune the OB because the transmittance and the reflectance can be modulated by the Fermi energy of the 3D DSM.We believe that this FP cavity configuration could provide a reference concept for realizing tunable bistable devices.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 12002195)the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars (No. 12025204)the Program of Shanghai Municipal Education Commission (No. 2019-01-07-00-09-E00018)。
文摘The boundary value problem plays a crucial role in the analytical investigation of continuum dynamics. In this paper, an analytical method based on the Dirac operator to solve the nonlinear and non-homogeneous boundary value problem of rectangular plates is proposed. The key concept behind this method is to transform the nonlinear or non-homogeneous part on the boundary into a lateral force within the governing function by the Dirac operator, which linearizes and homogenizes the original boundary, allowing one to employ the modal superposition method for obtaining solutions to reconstructive governing equations. Once projected into the modal space, the harmonic balance method(HBM) is utilized to solve coupled ordinary differential equations(ODEs)of truncated systems with nonlinearity. To validate the convergence and accuracy of the proposed Dirac method, the results of typical examples, involving nonlinearly restricted boundaries, moment excitation, and displacement excitation, are compared with those of the differential quadrature element method(DQEM). The results demonstrate that when dealing with nonlinear boundaries, the Dirac method exhibits more excellent accuracy and convergence compared with the DQEM. However, when facing displacement excitation, there exist some discrepancies between the proposed approach and simulations;nevertheless, the proposed method still accurately predicts resonant frequencies while being uniquely capable of handling nonuniform displacement excitations. Overall, this methodology offers a convenient way for addressing nonlinear and non-homogenous plate boundaries.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.12274455,12274459,and 12204533)the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant No.2022YFA1403800)the Beijing Natural Science Foundation (Grant No.Z200005)。
文摘Using angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy and density functional theory calculations methods,we investigate the electronic structures and topological properties of ternary tellurides NbIrTe_(4),a candidate for type-II Weyl semimetal.We demonstrate the presence of several Fermi arcs connecting their corresponding Weyl points on both termination surfaces of the topological material.Our analysis reveals the existence of Dirac points,in addition to Weyl points,giving both theoretical and experimental evidences of the coexistence of Dirac and Weyl points in a single material.These findings not only confirm NbIrTe_(4) as a unique topological semimetal but also open avenues for exploring novel electronic devices based on its coexisting Dirac and Weyl fermions.
文摘The Pryce(e)spin and position operators of the quantum theory of Dirac's free field were re-defined and studied recently with the help of a new spin symmetry and suitable spectral representations[Eur.Phys.J.C 82,1073(2022)].This approach is generalized here,associating a pair of integral operators acting directly on particle and antiparticle wave spinors in momentum representation to any integral operator in configuration representation,acting on mode spinors.This framework allows an effective quantization procedure,giving a large set of one-particle operators with physical meaning as the spin and orbital parts of the isometry generators,the Pauli-Lubanski and position operators,or other spin-type operators proposed to date.Special attention is paid to the operators that mix the particle and antiparticle sectors whose off-diagonal associated operators have oscillating terms producing Zitterbevegung.The principal operators of this type,including the usual coordinate operator,are derived here for the first time.As an application,it is shown that an apparatus measuring these new observables may prepare and detect oneparticle wave packets moving uniformly without Zitterbewegung or spin dynamics,spreading in time normally as any other relativistic or even non-relativistic wave packet.
文摘We explore the gapped graphene structure in the two-dimensional plane in the presence of the Rosen-Morse potential and an external uniform magnetic field.In order to describe the corresponding structure,we consider the propagation of electrons in graphene as relativistic fermion quasi-particles,and analyze it by the wave functions of two-component spinors with pseudo-spin symmetry using the Dirac equation.Next,to solve and analyze the Dirac equation,we obtain the eigenvalues and eigenvectors using the Legendre differential equation.After that,we obtain the bounded states of energy depending on the coefficients of Rosen-Morse and magnetic potentials in terms of quantum numbers of principal n and spin-orbit k.Then,the values of the energy spectrum for the ground state and the first excited state are calculated,and the wave functions and the corresponding probabilities are plotted in terms of coordinates r.In what follows,we explore the band structure of gapped graphene by the modified dispersion relation and write it in terms of the two-dimensional wave vectors K_(x) and K_(y).Finally,the energy bands are plotted in terms of the wave vectors K_(x) and K_(y) with and without the magnetic term.