One-Dimensional Moiré Physics and Chemistry in Heterostrained Bilayer Graphene
arXiv:2306.09799 · doi:10.1021/acs.jpclett.3c01919
Abstract
Twisted bilayer graphene (tBLG) has emerged as a promising platform to explore exotic electronic phases. However, the formation of moiré patterns in tBLG has thus far been confined to the introduction of twist angles between the layers. Here, we propose heterostrained bilayer graphene (hBLG), as an alternative avenue to access twist-angle-free moiré physics via lattice mismatch. Using atomistic and first-principles calculations, we demonstrate that uniaxial heterostrain can promote isolated flat electronic bands around the Fermi level. Furthermore, the heterostrain-induced out-of-plane lattice relaxation may lead to a spatially modulated reactivity of the surface layer, paving the way for the moiré-driven chemistry and magnetism. We anticipate that our findings can be readily generalized to other layered materials.
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