Condensed Matter & Materials Physics
2 terms
Topological Insulator
Condensed Matter & Materials Physics
Quantum Phase Class
A quantum material that behaves as an electrical insulator in its 3D interior bulk but features robust conducting metallic states on its 2D surface boundary.
Z₂ Topological Invariant ν = 1
Type I & II Superconductors
Condensed Matter & Materials Physics
T or A/m (Critical Magnetic Field)
The classification of superconductors based on their magnetic field response and flux penetration characteristics.
Type I: Single H_c; Type II: Lower H_c1 and Upper H_c2