Fermionic parton theory of Rydberg Z2 quantum spin liquids
Abstract
Programmable quantum simulators based on neutral atom arrays today offer powerful platforms for studying strongly correlated phases of quantum matter. Here, we employ the projective symmetry group framework to describe the symmetry fractionalization patterns in a topologically ordered Z2 quantum spin liquid (QSL) synthesized in such a Rydberg array on the ruby lattice. By systematically comparing the static structure factors of all possible mean-field Ans\"atze against density-matrix renormalization group calculations, we identify a promising candidate for the precise Z2 QSL realized microscopically. We also present detailed analyses of the dynamical structure factors as a reference for future experiments and showcase how these spin correlations can differentiate between varied QSL Ans\"atze.
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