Ab initio modeling framework for Majorana transport in 2D materials: Towards topological quantum computing
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Abstract
We present an ab initio modeling framework to simulate Majorana transport in 2D semiconducting materials, paving the way for topological qubits based on 2D nanoribbons. By combining density-functional-theory and quantum transport calculations, we show that the signature of Majorana bound states (MBSs) can be found in 2D material systems as zero-energy modes with peaks in the local density-of-states. The influence of spin-orbit coupling and external magnetic fields on Majorana transport is studied for two relevant 2D materials, WSe 2 and PbI 2 . To illustrate the capabilities of the proposed ab initio platform, a device structure capable of hosting MBSs is created from a PbI 2 nanoribbon and carefully investigated. These results are compared to InSb nanowires and used to provide design guidelines for 2D topological qubits. Show more
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2020 IEEE International Electron Devices Meeting (IEDM)Pages / Article No.
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175479 - Ab-initio modeling of electro-thermal effects in 2-D materials: from single-layer to van der Waals heterostructure (ABIME) (SNF)
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Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) the conference was conducted virtually.More
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