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Main Authors: Wu, Jingxu, Li, Chenjia
Format: Preprint
Published: 2025
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Online Access:https://arxiv.org/abs/2502.14128
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  • The nonlinear optical behavior of quantum systems plays a crucial role in various photonic applications. This study introduces a novel framework for understanding these nonlinear effects by incorporating gauge-covariant formulations based on phase space Lie algebras. By analyzing the evolution of density matrices under phase space displacements, we derive constrained expressions for nonlinear polarization and susceptibility tensors. The implications of geometric phases, such as Berry curvature, are explored, demonstrating their role in suppressing unphysical components of the polarization. Monte Carlo simulations confirm the theoretical predictions, offering insights into nonlinear rectification and topological Hall effects. This approach opens avenues for engineering materials with tailored nonlinear properties, particularly in the realm of metamaterials and topological photonics.