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Discovery of Giant Unit-Cell Super-Structure in the Infinite-Layer Nickelate PrNiO$_2$ (2404.17795v1)
Published 27 Apr 2024 in cond-mat.supr-con and cond-mat.mtrl-sci
Abstract: Spectacular quantum phenomena such as superconductivity often emerge in flat-band systems where Coulomb interactions overpower electron kinetics. Engineering strategies for flat-band physics is therefore of great importance. Here, using high-energy grazing-incidence x-ray diffraction, we demonstrate how in-situ temperature annealing of the infinite-layer nickelate PrNiO$_2$ induces a giant superlattice structure. The annealing effect has a maximum well above room temperature. By covering a large scattering volume, we show a rare period-six in-plane (bi-axial) symmetry and a period-four symmetry in the out-of-plane direction. This giant unit-cell superstructure likely stems from ordering of diffusive oxygen. The stability of this superlattice structure suggests a connection to an energetically favorable electronic state of matter. As such, our study provides a new pathway - different from Moir\'e structures - to ultra-small Brillouin zone electronics.
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