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Transport in deformed centrosymmetric networks.
Adway Kumar Das1, Anandamohan Ghosh1
1Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata, Mohanpur 741246, India.
Physical Review. E
|January 21, 2023
Summary
Centrosymmetry enables perfect state transfer in complex systems. This study introduces a deformed centrosymmetric ensemble (DCE) to precisely control centrosymmetry, linking maximum transfer fidelity to this control.
Area of Science:
- Quantum physics
- Complex systems theory
- Random matrix theory
Background:
- Centrosymmetry is crucial for perfect state transfer (PST) in diverse systems.
- Controlling centrosymmetry in complex networks is challenging.
Purpose of the Study:
- Introduce a novel framework, the deformed centrosymmetric ensemble (DCE), for tunable centrosymmetry.
- Investigate the relationship between centrosymmetry and transport properties in complex networks.
Main Methods:
- Defined DCE using random matrices H(λ) = H_{+} + λH_{-}, with H_{+} centrosymmetric and H_{-} skew-centrosymmetric.
- Introduced quantitative measures P and C for centro- and skew-centrosymmetry.
- Analyzed phase transitions at γP ≡ 1 and γC ≡ -1, and an ergodic transition at γE ≡ 0.
- Constructed random networks from DCE eigenvectors.
Main Results:
- Established precise control over centrosymmetry extent via the parameter γ.
- Demonstrated second-order phase transitions in centrosymmetry and skew-centrosymmetry.
- Showed that maximum transfer fidelity (FT) directly correlates with the degree of centrosymmetry (P).
Conclusions:
- DCE provides a powerful tool to study the impact of centrosymmetry on system dynamics.
- The findings establish a direct link between network structure (centrosymmetry) and transport efficiency.
- This work offers insights into designing complex networks for optimal information transfer.
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