PT-Symmetric Gain-Loss Systems

Exceptional points, phase transitions, and non-Hermitian physics

Controls

PT condition: γ/κ =
Eigenvalues:
Phase:
Exceptional point at γ=κ (square-root branch point). Real spectrum for γ<κ despite non-Hermitian H.

Energy Spectrum vs γ/κ

Amplitude Evolution |ψ₁(t)|², |ψ₂(t)|²

Phase Space Trajectory