Hyperbolic Continuous Topological Transition in Real Space

Abstract

Hyperbolic topological transitions refer to the transformation of is isofrequency contours in hyperbolic materials from one topology (e.g., hyperbolic) to another (e.g., elliptical or a different hyperbolic topology). However, current research remains limited to investigating topological transitions in momentum space, thereby hindering the simultaneous real-space observation of distinct hyperbolic states and their associated topological transitions within a single system. In this work, we investigate real-space hyperbolic continuous topological transitions using gradient-index (GRIN) lenses, exemplified by hyperbolic Luneburg lens. By introducing Wick rotations, we demonstrate how spatially modulated refractive indices, mediated by variations in out-of-plane permittivity, drive continuous transitions between hyperbolic Type I and Type II topologies. Furthermore, using a harmonic oscillator model, we uncover the intrinsic relationship between the parameter E of hyperbolic Luneburg lens and its predominant topological behavior, whether hyperbolic Type I or Type II, and extend this concept to a broader framework of Morse lenses. This work provides a theoretical foundation for designing materials with tunable topological properties, advancing applications in photonics, metamaterials, and beyond.

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