Higher-order topological superconductivity in type-II time-reversal symmetric Weyl semimetals with a hybrid pairing

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Authors: Junkang Huang, Z. D. Wang, Tao Zhou
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Abstract

We employed the self-consistent method on a two-orbital type-II time-reversal-symmetric Weyl semimetal, revealing a hybrid pairing of singlet $s$-wave and triplet $p$-wave. We present a detailed analysis of the normal-state electronic structure and the self-consistent results. Our findings indicate that the selection of hybrid pairings is governed by distinct surface Fermi-arc configurations: specifically, $s$-wave pairing dominates on the bottom surface, while $p$-wave pairing prevails on the top. Furthermore, the emergent superconducting state is a second-order topological superconductors with hinge states in the system. Our results identify type-II time-reversal-invariant Weyl semimetals as a promising intrinsic platform for realizing unconventional and topological superconductivity.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Topological Materials and Phenomena Chemical and Physical Properties of Materials Surface and Thin Film Phenomena

Publication details

Journal / source
Physical review. B./Physical review. B
Publisher
American Physical Society (APS)
Volume
113
Issue
5
Publication date
9 February 2026
Language
EN