Anisotropic Spin Transport Enhanced by Zero‐Dimensional Weyl Nodes in Altermagnetic Weyl Semimetals

Abstract The altermagnetic phase is a newly discovered magnetic state, distinguished by a collinear compensated spin configuration, which fundamentally deviates from traditional antiferromagnetic ordering. In this study, a novel topological altermagnet is introduced featuring a distinctive altermagnetic ordering and multiple zero‐dimensional (0D) Weyl nodes, thereby defining it as an altermagnetic Weyl semimetal. Using Mn 4 (PO 4 ) 3 crystal (magnetic space group 122.337) as a case study, it is discovered that its altermagnetic configuration reveals two distinct spin channels accompanied by pronounced transport anisotropy. Crucially, the symmetry‐protected Weyl points (WPs) endowed with quantized topological charges bolster the anisotropic spin transport, with the chiral topology of WPs ensuring robust spin‐momentum locking. Uniquely, this altermagnetic Weyl semimetal generates spin‐selective surface arc states via chiral polarization of WPs, a distinctive feature absent in antiferromagnetic Weyl analogues. The research not only aids in comprehending interplay between altermagnetism and topological states, but also offers a material plateau for the design of energy‐efficient topological spintronic devices.

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Advanced Functional Materials
Published
2025-05-15
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https://doi.org/10.1002/adfm.202502516
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3
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Topological Materials and Phenomena
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3.74

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Anisotropic Spin Transport Enhanced by Zero‐Dimensional Weyl Nodes in Altermagnetic Weyl Semimetals

Hua‐Hua Fu, Zhe‐Qi Wang, Xiang‐Feng Yang
3 citations
Advanced Functional Materials
Topological Materials and Phenomena
3.74
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Anisotropic Spin Transport Enhanced by Zero‐Dimensional Weyl Nodes in Altermagnetic Weyl Semimetals

Hua‐Hua Fu, Zhe‐Qi Wang, Xiang‐Feng Yang
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Abstract The altermagnetic phase is a newly discovered magnetic state, distinguished by a collinear compensated spin configuration, which fundamentally deviates from traditional antiferromagnetic ordering. In this study, a novel topological altermagnet is introduced featuring a distinctive altermagnetic ordering and multiple zero‐dimensional (0D) Weyl nodes, thereby defining it as an altermagnetic Weyl semimetal. Using Mn 4 (PO 4 ) 3 crystal (magnetic space group 122.337) as a case study, it is discovered that its altermagnetic configuration reveals two distinct spin channels accompanied by pronounced transport anisotropy. Crucially, the symmetry‐protected Weyl points (WPs) endowed with quantized topological charges bolster the anisotropic spin transport, with the chiral topology of WPs ensuring robust spin‐momentum locking. Uniquely, this altermagnetic Weyl semimetal generates spin‐selective surface arc states via chiral polarization of WPs, a distinctive feature absent in antiferromagnetic Weyl analogues. The research not only aids in comprehending interplay between altermagnetism and topological states, but also offers a material plateau for the design of energy‐efficient topological spintronic devices.

Advanced Functional MaterialsVol. 36(21)
Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (CN), Huazhong University of Science and Technology (CN)
National Natural Science Foundation of China, National Key Research and Development Program of China
Openalex Percentile: Top 7%
Topological Materials and Phenomena
3.74
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Anisotropic Spin Transport Enhanced by Zero‐Dimensional Weyl Nodes in Altermagnetic Weyl Semimetals — Hua‐Hua Fu, Zhe‐Qi Wang, et al. · Advanced Functional Materials (2025) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS