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  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • The quantum geometric tensor (QGT) is vital for studying quantum states in Hilbert space.
  • The QGT's real (quantum metric) and imaginary (Berry curvature) parts describe quantum state distance and phase.
  • Understanding these geometric properties is key to advancements in condensed matter physics and materials science.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To unveil a fundamental global inequality relating the Fubini-Study quantum distance (d_FS) and Berry phase (ϕ_B).
  • To explore the relationship between quantum distance, Berry phase, and band topology.
  • To experimentally validate the quantum geometric inequality using acoustic metamaterials.

Main Methods:

  • Theoretical derivation of a global inequality between quantum distance and Berry phase for closed momentum paths.
  • Analysis of the condition for equality in the inequality, specifically on the Bloch sphere.
  • Experimental measurement of the full quantum geometric tensor using acoustic metamaterials.

Main Results:

  • A fundamental inequality d_FS ≥ ϕ_B was established for any closed momentum path.
  • Equality (d_FS = ϕ_B = π) occurs for paths mapping to great circles on the Bloch sphere, indicating nontrivial band topology.
  • Experimental data from acoustic metamaterials provide compelling evidence for the quantum geometric inequality.

Conclusions:

  • The quantum distance serves as an alternative and powerful probe for identifying nontrivial band topology.
  • The established inequality deepens the understanding of geometric characteristics in quantum matter.
  • Findings bridge theoretical concepts of quantum geometry with experimental validation in physical systems.