Signatures of superconductivity near 80 K have recently been discovered in single crystals of La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)under pressure,which makes it a new candidate for high-temperature superconductors dominated by 3d transit...Signatures of superconductivity near 80 K have recently been discovered in single crystals of La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)under pressure,which makes it a new candidate for high-temperature superconductors dominated by 3d transition elements,following the cuprate and iron-pnictide superconductors.However,there are several critical questions that have been perplexing the scientificommunity:(1)What factors contribute to the inconsistent reproducibility of the experimental results?(2)What is the fundamental nature of pressure-induced superconductivity:bulk or nonbulk(filamentary-like)(3)Where is the superconducting phase located within the sample if it is filamentary-like(4)Is the oxygen content important for the development and stabilization of superconductivity?In this study,we employ comprehensive high-pressure techniques to address these questions.Through our modulated ac susceptibility measurements,we are the firs to fin that the superconductivity in this nickelate is filamentary-like Our scanning transmission electron microscopy investigations suggest that the filamentary-lik superconductivity most likely emerges at the interface between La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)and La_(4)Ni_(3)O_(10)phases.By tuning the oxygen content of polycrystalline La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7),we also fin that it plays vital role in the development and stabilization of superconductivity in this material.The upper and lower bounds on the oxygen content are 7.35 and 6.89,respectively.Our results provide not only new insights into the puzzling issues regarding this material,but also significan information that will enable a better understanding of its superconductivity.展开更多
We report the fabrication of freestanding La_(2)CuO_(4)/La_(1.55)Sr_(0.45)CuO_(4)(LCO/LSCO)heterostructure membranes,which were fabricated by selectively etching water-soluble Sr_(3)Al_(2)O_(6)sacrificial layers from ...We report the fabrication of freestanding La_(2)CuO_(4)/La_(1.55)Sr_(0.45)CuO_(4)(LCO/LSCO)heterostructure membranes,which were fabricated by selectively etching water-soluble Sr_(3)Al_(2)O_(6)sacrificial layers from pulsed-laser-deposited heterostructures on SrTiO_(3) substrates.Transport measurements reveal that these membranes exhibit superconducting behavior with an onset temperature of approximately 19 K.Comprehensive structural characterization using x-ray diffraction and scanning transmission electron microscopy demonstrates that the membranes retain excellent crystalline quality after release.The superconducting properties remain stable following mild post-annealing treatment under vacuum.This work establishes LCO/LSCO as a promising platform for developing flexible high-temperature superconducting interfaces,opening new possibilities for the development of flexible devices.展开更多
We used a highly sensitive AC magnetic susceptibility technique to probe superconductivity in elemental titanium(Ti)under extreme pressures to 120 GPa in a diamond anvil cell(DAC).The measurements reveal that the crit...We used a highly sensitive AC magnetic susceptibility technique to probe superconductivity in elemental titanium(Ti)under extreme pressures to 120 GPa in a diamond anvil cell(DAC).The measurements reveal that the critical temperature(Tc)of Ti rises monotonically with increasing pressure,reaching 6.1 K at 120 GPa.Our results confirm the bulk nature of the superconductivity in Ti,as evidenced by a robust diamagnetic response in the AC magnetic susceptibility.Our work provides a routine technique to probe Meissner effect of elemental superconductors at megabar pressures.展开更多
Ytterbium polyhydrides were synthesized through in-situ high pressure laser heating techniques utilizing a diamond anvil cell.The temperature dependence of resistance measurement at high pressure demonstrates that the...Ytterbium polyhydrides were synthesized through in-situ high pressure laser heating techniques utilizing a diamond anvil cell.The temperature dependence of resistance measurement at high pressure demonstrates that the sample undergoes a superconducting transition at 11.5 K at 180 GPa.展开更多
Nickel-based superconductors have attracted great attention due to the finding of the Ruddlesden-Popper(R-P)bilayer nickelate La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)with superconducting critical temperature(T_(c))of 80 K at pressure above ...Nickel-based superconductors have attracted great attention due to the finding of the Ruddlesden-Popper(R-P)bilayer nickelate La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)with superconducting critical temperature(T_(c))of 80 K at pressure above 14 GPa.Recent efforts have been devoted to the study of La_(2)PrNi_(2)O_(7),while the detailed structure remains unclear.In this work,we explore the stability and physical properties of such an interesting system by using density functional theory and the U parameter simulation method implemented in VASP.The results show that the enthalpy of La_(2)PrNi_(2)O_(7)is slightly larger than its parent material bilayer R-P nickelate La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7).The electronic structure analysis indicates that near the Fermi level,the eg orbit of Ni dominates and strongly hybridizes with the 2p orbit of O,thereby forming a significant van Hove singularity that is conducive to superconductivity.The Amam phase to the I4/mmm phase occurs,accompanied by an increase in the bandwidth of Ni 3d_(z)_(2) and an enhancement of the bonding-antibonding splitting(from about 0.5 eV to 1.5 eV),which leads to an increase in the density of states at the Fermi level.Our findings provide insights into the preparation and superconductivity of R-P bilayer nickelate.展开更多
Obtaining room-temperature superconductors has long been a research hotspot in the field of condensed matter physics.Previous studies have shown that doping strategies can effectively enhance the superconducting prope...Obtaining room-temperature superconductors has long been a research hotspot in the field of condensed matter physics.Previous studies have shown that doping strategies can effectively enhance the superconducting properties of materials.In this work,we employed first-principles calculations combined with the particle swarm optimization method to explore the structural possibilities of the Ca-doped As-H ternary system and to calculate the electronic and superconducting properties of the newly identified structures.Two thermodynamically stable hydrides were found under high pressure.The P4/nmm-Ca_(2)AsH_(4)phase remains thermodynamically stable within the pressure range of 90-200 GPa,while the Cc-Ca_(2)AsH_(6)phase exhibits stability over a broader range of 79-200 GPa.Electron-phonon coupling analysis indicates that the superconducting critical temperatures(Tc)of P4/nmm-Ca_(2)AsH_(4)and Cc-Ca_(2)AsH_(6)are 11 K and 16 K at 100 GPa,respectively.The incorporation of Ca significantly reduces the thermodynamic stability pressure of As-H compounds with higher hydrogen content,thereby improving their synthetic accessibility.展开更多
Two-dimensional(2D)superconductors have attracted significant research interest due to their promising potential applications in optoelectronic and microelectronic devices.Herein,we employ first-principles calculation...Two-dimensional(2D)superconductors have attracted significant research interest due to their promising potential applications in optoelectronic and microelectronic devices.Herein,we employ first-principles calculations to predicted a new 2D conventional superconductor,Tc_(2)B_(2),demonstrating its stable structural configuration.Remarkably,under biaxial strain,the superconducting transition temperature(T_(c))of Tc_(2)B_(2)demonstrates a significant enhancement,achieving 19.5 K under 3%compressive strain and 9.2 K under 11%tensile strain.Our study reveals that strain-induced modifications in Fermi surface topology significantly enhance the Fermi surface nesting effect,which amplifies electron–phonon coupling interactions and consequently elevates Tc.Additionally,the presence of the Lifshitz transition results in a more pronounced rise in Tc under compressive strain compared to tensile strain.These insights offer important theoretical guidance for designing 2D superconductors with high-Tc through strain modulation.展开更多
The discovery of pressure-induced superconducting electrides has sparked a intense wave of interest in novel superconductors.However,opinions vary regarding the relationship between non-nuclear attractors(NNAs)and sup...The discovery of pressure-induced superconducting electrides has sparked a intense wave of interest in novel superconductors.However,opinions vary regarding the relationship between non-nuclear attractors(NNAs)and superconductivity,with two opposing views currently represented by the materials Li_(6)P and Li_(6)C.Here,we choose the ternary Li–C–P as a model system and reveal the underlying mechanism by which NNAs contribute to superconductivity.The loosely bound NNAs in the superlithide Li_(14)CP covalently bond with Li and form unique satellite interstitial electrons(SIEs)around Li near the Fermi level,dominating the superconductivity.First-principles calculations show that the SIEs progressively increase in number and couple strongly with phonons at high pressure.Moreover,the Fermi surface nesting associated with SIEs induces phonon softening,further enhancing the electron–phonon coupling and giving the superlithide Li_(14)CP a T_(c)of 10.6 K at 300 GPa.The leading role of SIEs in superconductivity is a general one and is also relevant to the recently predicted Li_(6)P and Li_(6)C.Our work presented here reshapes the understanding of NNA-dominated superconductivity and holds promise for guiding future discoveries and designs of novel high-temperature superconductors.展开更多
The emergence of high-temperature superconductivity in hydrogen-rich compounds has opened up promising avenues for investigating unique hydrogen motifs that exhibit exceptional superconducting properties.Nevertheless,...The emergence of high-temperature superconductivity in hydrogen-rich compounds has opened up promising avenues for investigating unique hydrogen motifs that exhibit exceptional superconducting properties.Nevertheless,the requirement for extremely high synthesis pressures poses significant barriers to experimentally probing potential physical properties.Here,we have designed a structure wherein NH_(3)tetrahedra are intercalated into the body-centered cubic lattice of Yb,resulting in the formation of Yb(NH_(3))_(4).Our first-principles calculations reveal that metallic behavior emerges from the ionization of sp^(3)-hybridized s-bonds in NH_(3),which is enabled by electron transfer from ytterbium orbitals to NH_(3)anti-bonding s-orbitals.A distinctive feature of this structure is the Fermi surface nesting,which leads to optical phonon softening and consequently enhances electron-phonon coupling.The subsequent density-functional theory(DFT)calculations demonstrate that this I-43m phase of Yb(NH_(3))4 exhibits a superconducting critical temperature(T_(c))of 17.32 K under a modest pressure of 10 GPa.Our investigation presents perspectives on achieving phonon-mediated superconductivity at relatively low pressures,thereby opening up extensive possibilities for the attainment of high-temperature superconductivity in hydrogen-based superconducting systems with specific ionized molecular groups.展开更多
The particle swarm optimization algorithm has predicted a series of binary cadmium hydrides that could be dynamically stable at pressures between 100 GPa and 300 GPa.These low-energy phases are composed of both Cd ato...The particle swarm optimization algorithm has predicted a series of binary cadmium hydrides that could be dynamically stable at pressures between 100 GPa and 300 GPa.These low-energy phases are composed of both Cd atoms and H_(2)molecules.Here,we propose a hitherto unknown metastable Cmcm-CdH_(6)phase,consisting of one-dimensional zigzag graphite-like hydrogenic H_(6)chains,quasimolecular H_(2)units and Cd atoms,which is metallic above 290 GPa.Due to H_(2)s→Cd d donation and Cd d→H_(2)σ^(*)back-donation,the electrons occupy antibonding orbitals for both types of hydrogen atoms.This results in weakened chemical bonds in the Cmcm-CdH_(6)phase via a Kubas-like mechanism,promoting the emergence of high superconductivity,which is estimated to be up to~60 K at 290 GPa.This work will inspire the search for superconductivity in materials based on group IIB hydrides under pressure.展开更多
Lead chalcogenides represent a significant class of materials that exhibit intriguing physical phenomena,including remarkable thermoelectric properties and superconductivity.In this study,we present a comprehensive in...Lead chalcogenides represent a significant class of materials that exhibit intriguing physical phenomena,including remarkable thermoelectric properties and superconductivity.In this study,we present a comprehensive investigation on the superconductivity of PbSe single crystal under high pressure.The signature of superconducting(SC)transition starts to appear at 7.2 K under 16.5 GPa.Upon further compression,the SC temperature(T_(c))decreases,and it is reduced to 3.5 K at 45.0 GPa.The negative pressure dependent behavior of T_(c)is consistent with the trend of T_(c)-P relations observed in other lead chalcogenides.The highest T_(c)is 8.0 K observed at 20.5 GPa during decompression process,which is also the highest record among all other PbSe derivatives,such as doped samples,superlattices,and so on.The phase boundaries of the structural and electronic transitions are well defined by Raman spectroscopy,and then phase diagrams are plotted for both compression and decompression processes.This work corrects the previous claim of positive pressure dependence of T_(c)in PbSe and provides clear phase diagrams for intrinsic superconductivity in PbSe under pressure.展开更多
We systematically investigated the structural and superconducting properties of polycrystalline 2H-Li_(x)TaSe_(2)(0.1≤x≤1.0)synthesized via a high-temperature solid-state reaction.Lithium(Li)intercalation induces an...We systematically investigated the structural and superconducting properties of polycrystalline 2H-Li_(x)TaSe_(2)(0.1≤x≤1.0)synthesized via a high-temperature solid-state reaction.Lithium(Li)intercalation induces an expansion along the c-axis and intralayer distortions within the Ta-Se coordination network.The superconducting transition temperature(T_(c))is increased to 2.95 K at x=0.1 driven by the synergistic enhancement of the electronic density of states at the Fermi level,N(EF),and strengthened electron-phonon coupling.With further Li doping,although N(EF)continues to increase,lattice stiffening and pronounced distortions in the Ta-Se coordination polyhedra weaken the electron-phonon interaction,ultimately suppressing superconductivity.These findings highlight the critical role of intralayer structural modulation in governing structure-tunable superconductivity in layered materials.展开更多
Transition metal dichalcogenides(TMDs), exhibit a range of crystal structures and topological quantum states. The1T phase, in particular, shows promise for superconductivity driven by electron–phonon coupling(EPC), s...Transition metal dichalcogenides(TMDs), exhibit a range of crystal structures and topological quantum states. The1T phase, in particular, shows promise for superconductivity driven by electron–phonon coupling(EPC), strain, pressure,and chemical doping. In this theoretical investigation, we explore 1T-Rh Se Te as a novel type of TMD superconductor with topological electronic states. The optimal doping structure and atomic arrangement of 1T-Rh Se Te are constructed.Phonon spectrum calculations validate the integrity of the constructed doping structure. The analysis of the electron–phonon coupling using the electron–phonon Wannier(EPW) method has confirmed the existence of a robust electron–phonon interaction in 1T-Rh Se Te, resulting in total EPC constant λ = 2.02, the logarithmic average frequency ω_(log)= 3.15 me V and T_c = 4.61 K, consistent with experimental measurements and indicative of its classification as a BCS superconductor.The band structure analysis revealed the presence of Dirac-like band crossing points. The topological non-trivial electronic structures of the 1T-Rh Se Te are confirmed via the evolution of Wannier charge centers(WCCs) and time-reversal symmetryprotected topological surface states(TSSs). These distinctive properties underscore 1T-Rh Se Te as a possible candidate for a topological superconductor, warranting further investigation into its potential implications and applications.展开更多
Pursuing new two-dimensional(2D)materials has been a hot topic in materials science,driven by their potential for diverse applications.Recent research has unveiled stable planar hypercoordinate motifs with unconventio...Pursuing new two-dimensional(2D)materials has been a hot topic in materials science,driven by their potential for diverse applications.Recent research has unveiled stable planar hypercoordinate motifs with unconventional geometric arrangements and bonding patterns that facilitate the synthesis of new 2D materials with diverse applications.Among these,yet the design of 2D transition metal systems featuring planar pentacoordinate boron(ppB)is particularly intriguing.Here we address this gap by proposing a novel family of transition metal boride monolayers(MBenes)composed of ppB and heptacoordinate M motifs.The novelty of our MBenes stems from their distinct atomic arrangements and bonding configurations,setting them apart from traditional 2D materials.High-throughput calculations identified 10 stable MBenes(with the stoichiometry of MB,M=Cr,Fe,Co,Ni,Cu,Mo,Pd,Ag,Pt,Au)with exceptional thermodynamic,dynamic,thermal,and mechanical stabilities attributed to strong BB covalent bonds and MB ionic interactions.Notably,five of these MBenes(M=Ni,Pd,Pt,Ag,Au)hold high promise as topological superconducting materials with superconducting transition temperatures of 2.4-5.2 K.This discovery not only enriches the family of topological superconducting materials but also opens new avenues for quantum device development.Meanwhile,FeB monolayer exhibits robust ferromagnetic properties with a high Curie temperature of~750 K,which is particularly significant for spintronics applications.In addition,NiB and CuB MBenes demonstrate extremely low sodium diffusion barriers(about 30 and 90 meV)and high sodium storage capacities(788 and 734 mAh g1,respectively),making them promising anode materials for sodium-ion batteries(SIBs).This study expands the selection of electrode materials for SIBs and mitigates some existing limitations in battery technology.Overall,these findings underscore the multifunctional potential of MBenes,positioning them as transformative materials for quantum computing,spintronics,and energy storage applications.展开更多
The recent discovery of pressure-induced superconductivity in La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)has established a novel platform for studying unconventional superconductors.However,achieving superconductivity in this system currently ...The recent discovery of pressure-induced superconductivity in La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)has established a novel platform for studying unconventional superconductors.However,achieving superconductivity in this system currently requires relatively high pressures.In this study,we propose a chemical pressure strategy via Sr substitution to stabilize high-Tcsuperconductivity in La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)under ambient conditions.Using density functional theory(DFT)calculations,we systematically investigate the structural and electronic properties of Sr-doped La_(3-x)Sr_(x)Ni_(2)O_(7)(x=0.25,0.5,1)at ambient pressure and identify two dynamically stable phases:La_(2.5)Sr_(0.5)Ni_(2)O_(7)and La2SrNi2O7.Our calculations reveal that both phases exhibit metallization of theσ-bonding bands dominated by Ni-d_(z)2orbitals—a key feature associated with high-Tcsuperconductivity,as reported in the high-pressure phase of La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7).Further analysis using tight-binding models shows that the key hopping parameters in La_(2.5)Sr_(0.5)Ni_(2)O_(7)and La2SrNi2O7closely resemble those of La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)under high pressure,indicating that strong superexchange interactions between interlayer Ni-dz2orbitals are preserved.These findings suggest that the doped phases may provide a promising platform for exploring superconductivity,which requires further experimental validation.展开更多
The recent discovery of type-Ⅶboron-carbon clathrates with calculated superconducting transition temperatures approaching~100 K has sparked interest in exploring new conventional superconductors that may be stabilize...The recent discovery of type-Ⅶboron-carbon clathrates with calculated superconducting transition temperatures approaching~100 K has sparked interest in exploring new conventional superconductors that may be stabilized at ambient pressure.The electronic structure of the clathrate is highly tunable based on the ability to substitute different metal atoms within the cages,which may also be large enough to host small molecules.Here we introduce molecular hydrogen(H_(2))within the clathrate cages and investigate its impact on electron-phonon coupling interactions and the superconducting transition temperature(T_(c)).Our approach involves combining molecular hydrogen with the new diamond-like covalent framework,resulting in a hydrogen-encapsulated clathrate,(H_(2))B_(3)C_(3).A notable characteristic of(H_(2))B_(3)C_(3)is the dynamic behavior of the H_(2)molecules,which exhibit nearly free rotations within the B-C cages,resulting in a dynamic structure that remains cubic on average.The static structure of(H_(2))B_(3)C_(3)(a snapshot in its dynamic trajectory)is calculated to be dynamically stable at ambient and low pressures.Topological analysis of the electron density reveals weak van der Waals interactions between molecular hydrogen and the B-C cages,marginally influencing the electronic structure of the material.The electron count and electronic structure calculations indicate that(H_(2))B_(3)C_(3)is a hole conductor,in which H_(2)molecules donate a portion of their valence electron density to the metallic cage framework.Electron-phonon coupling calculation using the Migdal-Eliashberg theory predicts that(H_(2))B_(3)C_(3)possesses a T_(c) of 46 K under ambient pressure.These results indicate potential for additional light-element substitutions within the type-Ⅶclathrate framework and suggest the possibility of molecular hydrogen as a new approach to optimizing the electronic structures of this new class of superconducting materials.展开更多
The interplay between electronic topological phase transitions and superconductivity in the field of condensed matter physics has consistently captivated researchers.Here we have succeeded in modulating the Lifshitz t...The interplay between electronic topological phase transitions and superconductivity in the field of condensed matter physics has consistently captivated researchers.Here we have succeeded in modulating the Lifshitz transition by pressure and realized superconductivity.At 25.7 GPa,superconductivity with a transition temperature of 1.9 K has been observed in 3R-NbS_(2).The Hall coefficient changes from negative to positive at 14 GPa,indicating a Lifshitz transition in 3R-NbS_(2),and the carrier concentration continues to increase with increasing pressure.X-ray diffraction results indicate that the appearance of superconductivity cannot be attributable to structural transitions.Based on theoretical calculations,the emergence of a new band is attributed to the Lifshitz transition and the new band coincides with the Fermi surface at the pressure of 30 GPa.These findings provide new insights into the relationship between the Lifshitz transition and superconductivity.展开更多
Two-dimensional double-layer honeycomb(DLHC)materials are known for their diverse physical properties,but superconductivity has been a notably absent characteristic in this structure.We address this gap by investigati...Two-dimensional double-layer honeycomb(DLHC)materials are known for their diverse physical properties,but superconductivity has been a notably absent characteristic in this structure.We address this gap by investigating M_(2)N_(2)(M=Nb,Ta)with DLHC structure using first-principles calculations.Our results show that M_(2)N_(2)are stable and metallic,exhibiting superconducting behavior.Specifically,Nb_(2)N_(2)and Ta_(2)N_(2)display superconducting transition temperatures of 6.8 K and 8.8 K,respectively.Their electron-phonon coupling is predominantly driven by the coupling between metal d-orbitals and low-frequency metal-dominated vibration modes.Interestingly,two compounds also exhibit non-trivial band topology.Thus,M_(2)N_(2)are promising platforms for studying the interplay between topology and superconductivity and fill the gap in superconductivity research for DLHC materials.展开更多
The unique three-dimensional orthorhombic NbS(o-NbS)compound synthesized in 1969 has recently been experimentally confirmed to be a superconductor[Phys.Rev.B 108174517(2023)].However,there is currently no theoretical ...The unique three-dimensional orthorhombic NbS(o-NbS)compound synthesized in 1969 has recently been experimentally confirmed to be a superconductor[Phys.Rev.B 108174517(2023)].However,there is currently no theoretical research on its superconducting mechanism.In this work,we investigate the superconducting properties of o-Nb S from first-principles calculations.Based on the Eliashberg equation,it is found that the superconductivity mainly originates from the coupling between the electrons of Nb-4d orbitals and the vibrations of Nb atoms in the low-frequency region and those of S atoms in the high-frequency region.A superconducting transition temperature(T_c)of 10.7 K is obtained,which is close to the experimental value and higher than most transition metal chalcogenides(TMCs).The calculated thermodynamic properties in the superconducting state,such as specific heat,energy gap,isotope coefficient,etc.,also indicate that o-NbS is a conventional phonon-mediated superconductor.These results are consistent with recent experimental reports and provide a good understanding of the superconducting mechanism of o-Nb S.Furthermore,the TMCs of o-TaS and o-WS are also investigated;these belong to the same and neighboring groups of Nb,and we find that o-TaS and o-WS are also phonon-mediated superconductors with T_c of 8.9 K and 7.2 K,respectively.展开更多
We present a comprehensive investigation into the superconducting properties of L_(a3)Al,a La-based metal with a kagome structure.L_(a3)Al crystallizes in a Ni_(3)Sn-type crystal structure(space group P63/mmc),where t...We present a comprehensive investigation into the superconducting properties of L_(a3)Al,a La-based metal with a kagome structure.L_(a3)Al crystallizes in a Ni_(3)Sn-type crystal structure(space group P63/mmc),where the La atoms form a kagome lattice.Resistivity measurements reveal superconducting transition with T_(c)^(onset)=6.37 K and Tczero=6.18 K.In magnetic susceptibility measurements,the superconducting transition is observed at 6.16 K.The lower and upper critical fields are determined to be 22.17 mT and 6.69 T,respectively.Heat capacity measurements confirm the bulk superconductivity,showing a normalized specific heat change of△Ce/(_(γ)T_(c))=2.16 and an electron-phonon coupling strength ofλ_(ep)=0.92.DFT calculations reveal the intricate band structure of La_(3)Al.The notable specific heat jump,coupled with the electron-phonon coupling strengthλ_(ep),indicates that La_(3)Al exhibits characteristics of an intermediately coupled type-Ⅱsuperconductor.展开更多
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2022YFA1403900 and 2021YFA1401800)the NSF of China(Grant Nos.U2032214,12122414,12104487,and 12004419)+2 种基金the Strategic Priority Research Program(B)of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.XDB25000000)support from the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the CAS(2019008)supported by the Synergetic Extreme Condition User Facility(SECUF)。
文摘Signatures of superconductivity near 80 K have recently been discovered in single crystals of La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)under pressure,which makes it a new candidate for high-temperature superconductors dominated by 3d transition elements,following the cuprate and iron-pnictide superconductors.However,there are several critical questions that have been perplexing the scientificommunity:(1)What factors contribute to the inconsistent reproducibility of the experimental results?(2)What is the fundamental nature of pressure-induced superconductivity:bulk or nonbulk(filamentary-like)(3)Where is the superconducting phase located within the sample if it is filamentary-like(4)Is the oxygen content important for the development and stabilization of superconductivity?In this study,we employ comprehensive high-pressure techniques to address these questions.Through our modulated ac susceptibility measurements,we are the firs to fin that the superconductivity in this nickelate is filamentary-like Our scanning transmission electron microscopy investigations suggest that the filamentary-lik superconductivity most likely emerges at the interface between La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)and La_(4)Ni_(3)O_(10)phases.By tuning the oxygen content of polycrystalline La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7),we also fin that it plays vital role in the development and stabilization of superconductivity in this material.The upper and lower bounds on the oxygen content are 7.35 and 6.89,respectively.Our results provide not only new insights into the puzzling issues regarding this material,but also significan information that will enable a better understanding of its superconductivity.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12325402 and 12074334)the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2023YFA1406400)。
文摘We report the fabrication of freestanding La_(2)CuO_(4)/La_(1.55)Sr_(0.45)CuO_(4)(LCO/LSCO)heterostructure membranes,which were fabricated by selectively etching water-soluble Sr_(3)Al_(2)O_(6)sacrificial layers from pulsed-laser-deposited heterostructures on SrTiO_(3) substrates.Transport measurements reveal that these membranes exhibit superconducting behavior with an onset temperature of approximately 19 K.Comprehensive structural characterization using x-ray diffraction and scanning transmission electron microscopy demonstrates that the membranes retain excellent crystalline quality after release.The superconducting properties remain stable following mild post-annealing treatment under vacuum.This work establishes LCO/LSCO as a promising platform for developing flexible high-temperature superconducting interfaces,opening new possibilities for the development of flexible devices.
基金Project supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2023YFA1406000)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12204514).
文摘We used a highly sensitive AC magnetic susceptibility technique to probe superconductivity in elemental titanium(Ti)under extreme pressures to 120 GPa in a diamond anvil cell(DAC).The measurements reveal that the critical temperature(Tc)of Ti rises monotonically with increasing pressure,reaching 6.1 K at 120 GPa.Our results confirm the bulk nature of the superconductivity in Ti,as evidenced by a robust diamagnetic response in the AC magnetic susceptibility.Our work provides a routine technique to probe Meissner effect of elemental superconductors at megabar pressures.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China under Grants Nos.2023YFA1406001,2024YFA1408000,2021YFA1401800,2023YFA1608902,and 2022YFA1402301the financial support from Shanghai Key Laboratory of MFree,China(No.22dz2260800)Shanghai Science and Technology Committee,China(No.22JC1410300)。
文摘Ytterbium polyhydrides were synthesized through in-situ high pressure laser heating techniques utilizing a diamond anvil cell.The temperature dependence of resistance measurement at high pressure demonstrates that the sample undergoes a superconducting transition at 11.5 K at 180 GPa.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2023YFA1406103)the Education Department of Jilin Province,and Science and Technology Plan(Grant No.JJKH20211042KJ).
文摘Nickel-based superconductors have attracted great attention due to the finding of the Ruddlesden-Popper(R-P)bilayer nickelate La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)with superconducting critical temperature(T_(c))of 80 K at pressure above 14 GPa.Recent efforts have been devoted to the study of La_(2)PrNi_(2)O_(7),while the detailed structure remains unclear.In this work,we explore the stability and physical properties of such an interesting system by using density functional theory and the U parameter simulation method implemented in VASP.The results show that the enthalpy of La_(2)PrNi_(2)O_(7)is slightly larger than its parent material bilayer R-P nickelate La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7).The electronic structure analysis indicates that near the Fermi level,the eg orbit of Ni dominates and strongly hybridizes with the 2p orbit of O,thereby forming a significant van Hove singularity that is conducive to superconductivity.The Amam phase to the I4/mmm phase occurs,accompanied by an increase in the bandwidth of Ni 3d_(z)_(2) and an enhancement of the bonding-antibonding splitting(from about 0.5 eV to 1.5 eV),which leads to an increase in the density of states at the Fermi level.Our findings provide insights into the preparation and superconductivity of R-P bilayer nickelate.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12204280 and 12147135)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(Grant No.ZR202103010004)+1 种基金the China Postdoctoral Science Foun-dation(Certificate Nos.2023T160396 and 2021M691980)the Youth Innovation Team Plan of Colleges and Universities in Shandong Province(Grant No.2023KJ350).
文摘Obtaining room-temperature superconductors has long been a research hotspot in the field of condensed matter physics.Previous studies have shown that doping strategies can effectively enhance the superconducting properties of materials.In this work,we employed first-principles calculations combined with the particle swarm optimization method to explore the structural possibilities of the Ca-doped As-H ternary system and to calculate the electronic and superconducting properties of the newly identified structures.Two thermodynamically stable hydrides were found under high pressure.The P4/nmm-Ca_(2)AsH_(4)phase remains thermodynamically stable within the pressure range of 90-200 GPa,while the Cc-Ca_(2)AsH_(6)phase exhibits stability over a broader range of 79-200 GPa.Electron-phonon coupling analysis indicates that the superconducting critical temperatures(Tc)of P4/nmm-Ca_(2)AsH_(4)and Cc-Ca_(2)AsH_(6)are 11 K and 16 K at 100 GPa,respectively.The incorporation of Ca significantly reduces the thermodynamic stability pressure of As-H compounds with higher hydrogen content,thereby improving their synthetic accessibility.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12274169,12122405,and 52072188)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2022YFA1402304)+1 种基金the Program for Science and Technology Innovation Team in Zhejiang Province,China(Grant No.2021R01004)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.
文摘Two-dimensional(2D)superconductors have attracted significant research interest due to their promising potential applications in optoelectronic and microelectronic devices.Herein,we employ first-principles calculations to predicted a new 2D conventional superconductor,Tc_(2)B_(2),demonstrating its stable structural configuration.Remarkably,under biaxial strain,the superconducting transition temperature(T_(c))of Tc_(2)B_(2)demonstrates a significant enhancement,achieving 19.5 K under 3%compressive strain and 9.2 K under 11%tensile strain.Our study reveals that strain-induced modifications in Fermi surface topology significantly enhance the Fermi surface nesting effect,which amplifies electron–phonon coupling interactions and consequently elevates Tc.Additionally,the presence of the Lifshitz transition results in a more pronounced rise in Tc under compressive strain compared to tensile strain.These insights offer important theoretical guidance for designing 2D superconductors with high-Tc through strain modulation.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2023YFA1406200)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12374004 and 12174141)the High Performance Computing Center of Jilin University,China。
文摘The discovery of pressure-induced superconducting electrides has sparked a intense wave of interest in novel superconductors.However,opinions vary regarding the relationship between non-nuclear attractors(NNAs)and superconductivity,with two opposing views currently represented by the materials Li_(6)P and Li_(6)C.Here,we choose the ternary Li–C–P as a model system and reveal the underlying mechanism by which NNAs contribute to superconductivity.The loosely bound NNAs in the superlithide Li_(14)CP covalently bond with Li and form unique satellite interstitial electrons(SIEs)around Li near the Fermi level,dominating the superconductivity.First-principles calculations show that the SIEs progressively increase in number and couple strongly with phonons at high pressure.Moreover,the Fermi surface nesting associated with SIEs induces phonon softening,further enhancing the electron–phonon coupling and giving the superlithide Li_(14)CP a T_(c)of 10.6 K at 300 GPa.The leading role of SIEs in superconductivity is a general one and is also relevant to the recently predicted Li_(6)P and Li_(6)C.Our work presented here reshapes the understanding of NNA-dominated superconductivity and holds promise for guiding future discoveries and designs of novel high-temperature superconductors.
基金work was supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2023YFA1406200 and 2022YFA1405500)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12304021 and 52072188)+4 种基金Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.LQ23A040004)Program for Science and Technology Innovation Team in Zhejiang(Grant No.2021R01004)the Natural Science Foundation of Ningbo(Grant No.2022J091)the Program for Changjiang Scholars and Innovative Research Team in University(Grant No.IRT 15R23)Parts of calculations were performed at the Supercomputer Center of Ningbo University.
文摘The emergence of high-temperature superconductivity in hydrogen-rich compounds has opened up promising avenues for investigating unique hydrogen motifs that exhibit exceptional superconducting properties.Nevertheless,the requirement for extremely high synthesis pressures poses significant barriers to experimentally probing potential physical properties.Here,we have designed a structure wherein NH_(3)tetrahedra are intercalated into the body-centered cubic lattice of Yb,resulting in the formation of Yb(NH_(3))_(4).Our first-principles calculations reveal that metallic behavior emerges from the ionization of sp^(3)-hybridized s-bonds in NH_(3),which is enabled by electron transfer from ytterbium orbitals to NH_(3)anti-bonding s-orbitals.A distinctive feature of this structure is the Fermi surface nesting,which leads to optical phonon softening and consequently enhances electron-phonon coupling.The subsequent density-functional theory(DFT)calculations demonstrate that this I-43m phase of Yb(NH_(3))4 exhibits a superconducting critical temperature(T_(c))of 17.32 K under a modest pressure of 10 GPa.Our investigation presents perspectives on achieving phonon-mediated superconductivity at relatively low pressures,thereby opening up extensive possibilities for the attainment of high-temperature superconductivity in hydrogen-based superconducting systems with specific ionized molecular groups.
基金supported by the Jilin Provincial Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.20230101183JC)the Center for Computational Research at Jilin Province.
文摘The particle swarm optimization algorithm has predicted a series of binary cadmium hydrides that could be dynamically stable at pressures between 100 GPa and 300 GPa.These low-energy phases are composed of both Cd atoms and H_(2)molecules.Here,we propose a hitherto unknown metastable Cmcm-CdH_(6)phase,consisting of one-dimensional zigzag graphite-like hydrogenic H_(6)chains,quasimolecular H_(2)units and Cd atoms,which is metallic above 290 GPa.Due to H_(2)s→Cd d donation and Cd d→H_(2)σ^(*)back-donation,the electrons occupy antibonding orbitals for both types of hydrogen atoms.This results in weakened chemical bonds in the Cmcm-CdH_(6)phase via a Kubas-like mechanism,promoting the emergence of high superconductivity,which is estimated to be up to~60 K at 290 GPa.This work will inspire the search for superconductivity in materials based on group IIB hydrides under pressure.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12374050,12004014,U1930401,and 12375304)the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant Nos.2021YFA1400300 and 2023YFA1608900)the Major Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.22090041).
文摘Lead chalcogenides represent a significant class of materials that exhibit intriguing physical phenomena,including remarkable thermoelectric properties and superconductivity.In this study,we present a comprehensive investigation on the superconductivity of PbSe single crystal under high pressure.The signature of superconducting(SC)transition starts to appear at 7.2 K under 16.5 GPa.Upon further compression,the SC temperature(T_(c))decreases,and it is reduced to 3.5 K at 45.0 GPa.The negative pressure dependent behavior of T_(c)is consistent with the trend of T_(c)-P relations observed in other lead chalcogenides.The highest T_(c)is 8.0 K observed at 20.5 GPa during decompression process,which is also the highest record among all other PbSe derivatives,such as doped samples,superlattices,and so on.The phase boundaries of the structural and electronic transitions are well defined by Raman spectroscopy,and then phase diagrams are plotted for both compression and decompression processes.This work corrects the previous claim of positive pressure dependence of T_(c)in PbSe and provides clear phase diagrams for intrinsic superconductivity in PbSe under pressure.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.22090042 and 22175018).
文摘We systematically investigated the structural and superconducting properties of polycrystalline 2H-Li_(x)TaSe_(2)(0.1≤x≤1.0)synthesized via a high-temperature solid-state reaction.Lithium(Li)intercalation induces an expansion along the c-axis and intralayer distortions within the Ta-Se coordination network.The superconducting transition temperature(T_(c))is increased to 2.95 K at x=0.1 driven by the synergistic enhancement of the electronic density of states at the Fermi level,N(EF),and strengthened electron-phonon coupling.With further Li doping,although N(EF)continues to increase,lattice stiffening and pronounced distortions in the Ta-Se coordination polyhedra weaken the electron-phonon interaction,ultimately suppressing superconductivity.These findings highlight the critical role of intralayer structural modulation in governing structure-tunable superconductivity in layered materials.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 12204400)Science Research Project of Hebei Education Department (Grant No. QN2022169)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province (Grant Nos. A2022203010 and A2024203011)Innovation Capability Improvement Project of Hebei Province (Grant No. 22567605H)。
文摘Transition metal dichalcogenides(TMDs), exhibit a range of crystal structures and topological quantum states. The1T phase, in particular, shows promise for superconductivity driven by electron–phonon coupling(EPC), strain, pressure,and chemical doping. In this theoretical investigation, we explore 1T-Rh Se Te as a novel type of TMD superconductor with topological electronic states. The optimal doping structure and atomic arrangement of 1T-Rh Se Te are constructed.Phonon spectrum calculations validate the integrity of the constructed doping structure. The analysis of the electron–phonon coupling using the electron–phonon Wannier(EPW) method has confirmed the existence of a robust electron–phonon interaction in 1T-Rh Se Te, resulting in total EPC constant λ = 2.02, the logarithmic average frequency ω_(log)= 3.15 me V and T_c = 4.61 K, consistent with experimental measurements and indicative of its classification as a BCS superconductor.The band structure analysis revealed the presence of Dirac-like band crossing points. The topological non-trivial electronic structures of the 1T-Rh Se Te are confirmed via the evolution of Wannier charge centers(WCCs) and time-reversal symmetryprotected topological surface states(TSSs). These distinctive properties underscore 1T-Rh Se Te as a possible candidate for a topological superconductor, warranting further investigation into its potential implications and applications.
基金supported by Research Foundation for Advanced Talents of Inner Mongolia Normal University(2025YJRC005)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(12364038)+5 种基金the“Grassland Talents”project of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(12000-12102613)the Young Science and Technology Talents Cultivation Project of Inner Mongolia University(21200-5223708)the Industrial Technology Innovation Projects of Inner Mongolia Academy of Science and Technology of China(2023JSYD01002)Science and Technology Plan Projects of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China(2023KYPT0012)Key Project Funding from the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Natural Science Foundation(2023ZD27)High Level Introduction of Talent Research Start-up Fund(5909002405).
文摘Pursuing new two-dimensional(2D)materials has been a hot topic in materials science,driven by their potential for diverse applications.Recent research has unveiled stable planar hypercoordinate motifs with unconventional geometric arrangements and bonding patterns that facilitate the synthesis of new 2D materials with diverse applications.Among these,yet the design of 2D transition metal systems featuring planar pentacoordinate boron(ppB)is particularly intriguing.Here we address this gap by proposing a novel family of transition metal boride monolayers(MBenes)composed of ppB and heptacoordinate M motifs.The novelty of our MBenes stems from their distinct atomic arrangements and bonding configurations,setting them apart from traditional 2D materials.High-throughput calculations identified 10 stable MBenes(with the stoichiometry of MB,M=Cr,Fe,Co,Ni,Cu,Mo,Pd,Ag,Pt,Au)with exceptional thermodynamic,dynamic,thermal,and mechanical stabilities attributed to strong BB covalent bonds and MB ionic interactions.Notably,five of these MBenes(M=Ni,Pd,Pt,Ag,Au)hold high promise as topological superconducting materials with superconducting transition temperatures of 2.4-5.2 K.This discovery not only enriches the family of topological superconducting materials but also opens new avenues for quantum device development.Meanwhile,FeB monolayer exhibits robust ferromagnetic properties with a high Curie temperature of~750 K,which is particularly significant for spintronics applications.In addition,NiB and CuB MBenes demonstrate extremely low sodium diffusion barriers(about 30 and 90 meV)and high sodium storage capacities(788 and 734 mAh g1,respectively),making them promising anode materials for sodium-ion batteries(SIBs).This study expands the selection of electrode materials for SIBs and mitigates some existing limitations in battery technology.Overall,these findings underscore the multifunctional potential of MBenes,positioning them as transformative materials for quantum computing,spintronics,and energy storage applications.
基金funding from the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2023YFA1610000)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12304036)+3 种基金the Open Project of Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Magnetoelectric Physics and Devices(Grant No.2022B1212010008)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(Grant No.2023A1515010071)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,Sun Yat-sen University(Grant No.23xkjc016)funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12494594 and 12274472)。
文摘The recent discovery of pressure-induced superconductivity in La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)has established a novel platform for studying unconventional superconductors.However,achieving superconductivity in this system currently requires relatively high pressures.In this study,we propose a chemical pressure strategy via Sr substitution to stabilize high-Tcsuperconductivity in La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)under ambient conditions.Using density functional theory(DFT)calculations,we systematically investigate the structural and electronic properties of Sr-doped La_(3-x)Sr_(x)Ni_(2)O_(7)(x=0.25,0.5,1)at ambient pressure and identify two dynamically stable phases:La_(2.5)Sr_(0.5)Ni_(2)O_(7)and La2SrNi2O7.Our calculations reveal that both phases exhibit metallization of theσ-bonding bands dominated by Ni-d_(z)2orbitals—a key feature associated with high-Tcsuperconductivity,as reported in the high-pressure phase of La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7).Further analysis using tight-binding models shows that the key hopping parameters in La_(2.5)Sr_(0.5)Ni_(2)O_(7)and La2SrNi2O7closely resemble those of La_(3)Ni_(2)O_(7)under high pressure,indicating that strong superexchange interactions between interlayer Ni-dz2orbitals are preserved.These findings suggest that the doped phases may provide a promising platform for exploring superconductivity,which requires further experimental validation.
基金supported by Carnegie Canada and Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada(NSERC)support from the U.S.Department of Energy(DOE),Office of Science,Basic Energy Sciences,under Award No.DESC0020683。
文摘The recent discovery of type-Ⅶboron-carbon clathrates with calculated superconducting transition temperatures approaching~100 K has sparked interest in exploring new conventional superconductors that may be stabilized at ambient pressure.The electronic structure of the clathrate is highly tunable based on the ability to substitute different metal atoms within the cages,which may also be large enough to host small molecules.Here we introduce molecular hydrogen(H_(2))within the clathrate cages and investigate its impact on electron-phonon coupling interactions and the superconducting transition temperature(T_(c)).Our approach involves combining molecular hydrogen with the new diamond-like covalent framework,resulting in a hydrogen-encapsulated clathrate,(H_(2))B_(3)C_(3).A notable characteristic of(H_(2))B_(3)C_(3)is the dynamic behavior of the H_(2)molecules,which exhibit nearly free rotations within the B-C cages,resulting in a dynamic structure that remains cubic on average.The static structure of(H_(2))B_(3)C_(3)(a snapshot in its dynamic trajectory)is calculated to be dynamically stable at ambient and low pressures.Topological analysis of the electron density reveals weak van der Waals interactions between molecular hydrogen and the B-C cages,marginally influencing the electronic structure of the material.The electron count and electronic structure calculations indicate that(H_(2))B_(3)C_(3)is a hole conductor,in which H_(2)molecules donate a portion of their valence electron density to the metallic cage framework.Electron-phonon coupling calculation using the Migdal-Eliashberg theory predicts that(H_(2))B_(3)C_(3)possesses a T_(c) of 46 K under ambient pressure.These results indicate potential for additional light-element substitutions within the type-Ⅶclathrate framework and suggest the possibility of molecular hydrogen as a new approach to optimizing the electronic structures of this new class of superconducting materials.
基金Project supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2022YFA1405500)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52072188 and 12304072)+1 种基金Program for Science and Technology Innovation Team in Zhejiang(Grant No.2021R01004)the Natural Science Foundation of Ningbo(Grant No.2021J121)。
文摘The interplay between electronic topological phase transitions and superconductivity in the field of condensed matter physics has consistently captivated researchers.Here we have succeeded in modulating the Lifshitz transition by pressure and realized superconductivity.At 25.7 GPa,superconductivity with a transition temperature of 1.9 K has been observed in 3R-NbS_(2).The Hall coefficient changes from negative to positive at 14 GPa,indicating a Lifshitz transition in 3R-NbS_(2),and the carrier concentration continues to increase with increasing pressure.X-ray diffraction results indicate that the appearance of superconductivity cannot be attributable to structural transitions.Based on theoretical calculations,the emergence of a new band is attributed to the Lifshitz transition and the new band coincides with the Fermi surface at the pressure of 30 GPa.These findings provide new insights into the relationship between the Lifshitz transition and superconductivity.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12074213 and 11574108)the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2022YFA1403103)+2 种基金the Major Basic Program of Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(Grant No.ZR2021ZD01)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(Grant No.ZR2023MA082)the Project of Introduction and Cultivation for Young Innovative Talents in Colleges and Universities of Shandong Province。
文摘Two-dimensional double-layer honeycomb(DLHC)materials are known for their diverse physical properties,but superconductivity has been a notably absent characteristic in this structure.We address this gap by investigating M_(2)N_(2)(M=Nb,Ta)with DLHC structure using first-principles calculations.Our results show that M_(2)N_(2)are stable and metallic,exhibiting superconducting behavior.Specifically,Nb_(2)N_(2)and Ta_(2)N_(2)display superconducting transition temperatures of 6.8 K and 8.8 K,respectively.Their electron-phonon coupling is predominantly driven by the coupling between metal d-orbitals and low-frequency metal-dominated vibration modes.Interestingly,two compounds also exhibit non-trivial band topology.Thus,M_(2)N_(2)are promising platforms for studying the interplay between topology and superconductivity and fill the gap in superconductivity research for DLHC materials.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12074213 and 11574108)the Major Basic Program of Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(Grant No.ZR2021ZD01)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(Grant No.ZR2023MA082)the Project of Introduction and Cultivation for Young Innovative Talentsin Colleges and Universities of Shandong Province。
文摘The unique three-dimensional orthorhombic NbS(o-NbS)compound synthesized in 1969 has recently been experimentally confirmed to be a superconductor[Phys.Rev.B 108174517(2023)].However,there is currently no theoretical research on its superconducting mechanism.In this work,we investigate the superconducting properties of o-Nb S from first-principles calculations.Based on the Eliashberg equation,it is found that the superconductivity mainly originates from the coupling between the electrons of Nb-4d orbitals and the vibrations of Nb atoms in the low-frequency region and those of S atoms in the high-frequency region.A superconducting transition temperature(T_c)of 10.7 K is obtained,which is close to the experimental value and higher than most transition metal chalcogenides(TMCs).The calculated thermodynamic properties in the superconducting state,such as specific heat,energy gap,isotope coefficient,etc.,also indicate that o-NbS is a conventional phonon-mediated superconductor.These results are consistent with recent experimental reports and provide a good understanding of the superconducting mechanism of o-Nb S.Furthermore,the TMCs of o-TaS and o-WS are also investigated;these belong to the same and neighboring groups of Nb,and we find that o-TaS and o-WS are also phonon-mediated superconductors with T_c of 8.9 K and 7.2 K,respectively.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52272268 and 52250308)the Strategic Priority Research Program and Key Research Program of Frontier Sciences of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.XDB33010100)+1 种基金the Informatization Plan of Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.CAS-WX2021SF0102)the Synergetic Extreme Condition User Facility(SECUF)。
文摘We present a comprehensive investigation into the superconducting properties of L_(a3)Al,a La-based metal with a kagome structure.L_(a3)Al crystallizes in a Ni_(3)Sn-type crystal structure(space group P63/mmc),where the La atoms form a kagome lattice.Resistivity measurements reveal superconducting transition with T_(c)^(onset)=6.37 K and Tczero=6.18 K.In magnetic susceptibility measurements,the superconducting transition is observed at 6.16 K.The lower and upper critical fields are determined to be 22.17 mT and 6.69 T,respectively.Heat capacity measurements confirm the bulk superconductivity,showing a normalized specific heat change of△Ce/(_(γ)T_(c))=2.16 and an electron-phonon coupling strength ofλ_(ep)=0.92.DFT calculations reveal the intricate band structure of La_(3)Al.The notable specific heat jump,coupled with the electron-phonon coupling strengthλ_(ep),indicates that La_(3)Al exhibits characteristics of an intermediately coupled type-Ⅱsuperconductor.
