Many-Body Physics with Rydberg Atoms: Quantum Simulation and Non-equilibrium Dynamics
- URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2607.11038v1
- Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2026 03:11:00 GMT
- Title: Many-Body Physics with Rydberg Atoms: Quantum Simulation and Non-equilibrium Dynamics
- Abstract summary: Rydberg atoms provide a versatile platform for exploring intriguing collective and many-body effects.<n>Recently, the experimental realization of these effects in dense ensembles and reconfigurable atomic arrays has attracted significant interest.<n>This review focuses on such recent development, discussing the theoretical foundations of the interactions between Rydberg atoms and the ensuing many-body physics.
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- Abstract: Rydberg atoms, characterized by their strong and long-range dipole-dipole interactions, provide a versatile platform for exploring intriguing collective and many-body effects. Recently, the experimental realization of these effects in dense ensembles and reconfigurable atomic arrays has attracted significant interest, particularly for applications in quantum simulations and non-equilibrium physics. This review focuses on such recent development, discussing the theoretical foundations of the interactions between Rydberg atoms and the ensuing many-body physics, while providing a critical survey of experimental techniques for their precise manipulation and observation. We further discuss recent breakthroughs in leveraging Rydberg collective effects to probe novel many-body phases and non-equilibrium dynamics of these systems. By synthesizing theoretical insights with experimental milestones, we provide a comprehensive perspective on this rapidly evolving field and its transformative potential for future quantum technologies.
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