Universal flip-flopping and self-symmetrization of symmetry-breaking dynamics in passive Kerr resonators

Julien Fatome, Gang Xu, Bruno Garbin, Nicolas Berti, Gian-Luca Oppo, Stuart G. Murdoch, Miro Erkintalo, Stéphane Coen

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Abstract

We report on how a p-phase defect in a two-mode Kerr cavity leads to flip-flopping dynamics and self-symmetrization, enabling spontaneous symmetry breaking with unprecedented robustness. Experiments performed with homogeneous and localized states confirm our predictions.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationConference on Lasers and Electro-Optics (CLEO)
Subtitle of host publicationQELS - Fundamental Science 2021
EditorsJ. Kang, S. Tomasulo, I. Ilev, D. Müller, N. Litchinitser, S. Polyakov, V. Podolskiy, J. Nunn, C. Dorrer, T. Fortier, Q. Gan, C. Saraceno
Place of PublicationWashington, D.C.
ChapterFM4H.6
ISBN (Electronic)9781943580910
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 14 May 2021
Event2021 Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics, CLEO 2021 - Virtual, Online, United States
Duration: 9 May 202114 May 2021

Publication series

NameOSA Technical Digest
PublisherOptica Publishing Group

Conference

Conference2021 Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics, CLEO 2021
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityVirtual, Online
Period9/05/2114/05/21

Keywords

  • universal flip-flopping
  • self-symmetrization
  • symmetry-breaking dynamics
  • passive Kerr resonators

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