Prediction of Toric Code Topological Order from Rydberg Blockade

Abstract

The physical realization of ${\mathbb{Z}}_2$ topological order as encountered in the paradigmatic toric code has proven to be an elusive goal. We predict that this phase of matter can be realized in a two-dimensional array of Rydberg atoms placed on the ruby lattice, at specific values of the Rydberg blockade radius. First, we show that the blockade model -- also known as a `PXP' model -- realizes a monomer-dimer model on the kagome lattice with a single-site kinetic term. This can be interpreted as a ${\mathbb{Z}}_2$ gauge theory whose dynamics is generated by monomer fluctuations. We obtain its phase diagram using the numerical density matrix renormalization group method and find a topological quantum liquid (TQL) as evidenced by multiple measures including (i) a continuous transition between two featureless phases, (ii) a topological entanglement entropy of $\ln 2$ as measured in various geometries, (iii) degenerate topological ground states and (iv) the expected modular matrix from ground state overlap. Next, we show that the TQL persists upon including realistic, algebraically-decaying van der Waals interactions $V(r)\sim 1/r^6$ for a choice of lattice parameters. Moreover, we can directly access topological loop operators, including the Fredenhagen-Marcu order parameter. We show how these can be measured experimentally using a dynamic protocol, providing a ``smoking gun'' experimental signature of the TQL phase. Finally, we show how to trap an emergent anyon and realize different topological boundary conditions, and we discuss the implications for exploring fault-tolerant quantum memories.

arXiv commentv2: updates include a confirmation that the spin liquid on a ruby lattice (for choice of lattice parameter rho=3) persists upon including long-range Van der Waals interactions. v3: final published version

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