Abstract
AbstractTwo-dimensional (2D) superconducting states have attracted much recent interest, especially when they coexist with nontrivial band topology which affords a promising approach towards Majorana fermions. Using first-principles calculations, we predict van der Waals monolayered transition-metal monohalides MX (M = Zr, Mo; X = F, Cl) as a class of 2D superconductors with remarkable transition temperature (5.9–12.4 K). Anisotropic Migdal-Eliashberg theory reveals that ZrCl have a single superconducting gap ∆ ~ 2.14 meV, while MoCl is a two-gap superconductor with ∆ ~ 1.96 and 1.37 meV. The Z2 band topology of 2D MX is further demonstrated that MoF and MoCl are candidates for realizing topological superconductivity. Moreover, the Dirac phonons of ZrCl and MoCl contribute w-shape phononic edge states, which are potential for an edge-enhanced electron-phonon coupling. These findings demonstrate that 2D MX offers an attractive platform for exploring the interplay between superconductivity, nontrivial electronic and phononic topology.
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Subject
Computer Science Applications,Mechanics of Materials,General Materials Science,Modeling and Simulation
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