Topological edge states of the hexagonal linear chain

Abstract

We study the eigenspectrum properties of a one-dimensional molecular chain composed of hexagonal unit cells. The system features two alternating hopping parameters, resulting in a rich energy spectrum with both dispersive and flat bands. By analyzing the model under periodic and open boundary conditions, we identify two insulating phases separated by a gap-closing transition controlled by the ratio of hopping amplitudes. In the topological phase, realized when the hopping ratio falls below a critical value, edge states emerge that are exponentially localized at the boundaries of finite chains.

9 pages, 8 figures

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