Dissipative Topological Dynamics in Optical Waveguides: Sensitivity versus Robustness

Author(s): Zhiyuan Lin, Jian Li, Wange Song, Shanhe Su, Jiacheng Sun, Shengjie Wu, Chunyu Huang, Shining Zhu, and Tao Li Topological physics has garnered attention across various fields, emphasizing topologically protected modes renowned for their robustness against disorders. Recent advancements have expanded from conservative wave systems to diffusion systems with dissipative interactions. However, the transition re… [Phys. Rev. Lett. 134, 223802] Published Wed Jun 04, 2025