Geometric phase in open systems: beyond the Markov approximation and weak coupling limit

X. X. Yi, D. M. Tong, L. C. Wang, L. C. Kwek, C. H. OH

Published 2006-02-22Version 1

Beyond the quantum Markov approximation and the weak coupling limit, we present a general theory to calculate the geometric phase for open systems with and without conserved energy. As an example, the geometric phase for a two-level system coupling both dephasingly and dissipatively to its environment is calculated. Comparison with the results from quantum trajectory analysis is presented and discussed.