Manipulation of Jeff=3/2 states by tuning the tetragonal distortion

Abstract

The spin-orbit entangled quantum states in 4d/5d compounds, e.g., the Jeff=1/2 and Jeff=3/2 states, have attracted great interests for their unique physical roles in unconventional superconductivity and topological states. Here, the key role of tetragonal distortion is clarified, which determines the ground states of 4d1/5d1 systems to be the Jeff=3/2 one (e.g. K2NbCl6) or S=1/2 one (e.g. Rb2NbCl6). By tuning the tetragonal distortion via epitaxial strain, the occupation weights of dxy/dyz/dxz orbitals can be subtly modulated, competing with the spin-orbit coupling. Consequently, quantum phase transitions between S=1/2 state and Jeff=3/2 state, as well as between different Jeff=3/2 states, can be achieved, resulting in significant changes of local magnetic moments. Our prediction points out a reliable route to engineer new functionality of Jeff states in these quantum materials.

6 pages, 4 figures

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