Matter Coupling to Strong Electromagnetic Fields in Two-Level Quantum Systems with Broken Inversion Symmetry

TL;DR

This paper theoretically explores how two-level quantum systems with broken inversion symmetry exhibit parametric oscillator behavior under strong electromagnetic fields, leading to new resonance phenomena and potential terahertz emission.

Contribution

It introduces the prediction of parametric oscillator behavior and harmonic generation in asymmetric two-level quantum systems exposed to strong fields, with implications for terahertz sources.

Findings

Prediction of multiple resonance frequencies and harmonics in scattered light spectrum

Possibility of dipole radiation at the Rabi frequency

Terahertz emission from quantum dot arrays is experimentally observable

Abstract

We demonstrate theoretically the parametric oscillator behavior of a two-level quantum system with broken inversion symmetry exposed to a strong electromagnetic field. A multitude of resonance frequencies and additional harmonics in the scattered light spectrum as well as altered Rabi frequency are predicted to be inherent to such systems. In particular, dipole radiation at the Rabi frequency appears to be possible. Since the Rabi frequency is controlled by the strength of coupling electromagnetic field, the effect can serve for the frequency-tuned parametric amplification and generation of electromagnetic waves. Manifestation of the effect is discussed for III-nitride quantum dots with strong build-in electric field breaking the inversion symmetry. Terahertz emission from arrays of such quantum dots is shown to be experimentally observable.