Exploring spin transport and piezoelectricity in flexible 2D V2STeO altermagnet

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the properties of the 2D V2STeO altermagnet system, particularly its spin transport and piezoelectric characteristics.
• Utilized first-principles calculations to analyze the material properties.
• Examined symmetry-protected spin polarization in the altermagnet.
• Measuring direct band gap to assess electronic properties.
• V2STeO exhibits a direct band gap of 0.43 eV.
• The study confirms the potential for significant spin polarization without net magnetization.