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    The mass-polariton theory describes light propagation in waveguides. This study extends it to simulate atom dynamics and elastic waves within optical waveguides, revealing coupled field-medium momentum.

    Area of Science:

    • Optics and Photonics
    • Condensed Matter Physics
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    Background:

    • The mass-polariton (MP) theory models light propagation in bulk materials.
    • Existing theories often focus solely on field dynamics in waveguides.

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    • Employing optoelastic continuum dynamics (OCD) for atomic simulations.

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