Abstract
We show that introducing asymmetric coupling can force all the modes of a waveguide lattice to localize, except for one topologically protected "edge-state" which becomes extended. This mode has real eigenvalues and retains topological properties.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | CLEO |
Subtitle of host publication | QELS_Fundamental Science, CLEO_QELS 2017 |
Publisher | Optica Publishing Group (formerly OSA) |
ISBN (Print) | 9781943580279 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2017 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | CLEO: QELS_Fundamental Science, CLEO_QELS 2017 - San Jose, United States Duration: 14 May 2017 → 19 May 2017 |
Publication series
Name | Optics InfoBase Conference Papers |
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Volume | Part F42-CLEO_QELS 2017 |
ISSN (Electronic) | 2162-2701 |
Conference
Conference | CLEO: QELS_Fundamental Science, CLEO_QELS 2017 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | San Jose |
Period | 14/05/17 → 19/05/17 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© OSA 2017.