Giant Valley-Polarized Rydberg Excitons in Monolayer WSe2 Revealed by Magneto-photocurrent Spectroscopy | Available Intellectual Property | Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Giant Valley-Polarized Rydberg Excitons in Monolayer WSe2 Revealed by Magneto-photocurrent Spectroscopy

RPI ID: 2021-028-201

Innovation Summary:
This invention discloses a novel class of monolayer transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) that exhibit giant valley-polarized Rydberg excitons, as revealed through magneto-photocurrent spectroscopy. The materials demonstrate strong excitonic effects and valley polarization under magnetic fields, enabling precise control over quantum states in 2D semiconductors. These properties are critical for advancing valleytronic and quantum optoelectronic applications. The technique also provides a powerful tool for probing excitonic states in low-dimensional materials with high sensitivity.

Challenges / Opportunities:
Traditional semiconductor materials lack the ability to support valley-polarized excitons with high binding energy and tunability. This invention addresses the need for materials that can operate under quantum-confined conditions with enhanced optical and electronic properties. It opens opportunities for developing next-generation quantum devices, including valleytronic transistors, quantum sensors, and optoelectronic modulators. The approach also enhances fundamental understanding of exciton dynamics in 2D materials.

Key Benefits / Advantages:
✔ Enables valley-selective control of excitonic states
✔ High exciton binding energy and thermal stability
✔ Compatible with scalable 2D material platforms
✔ Ideal for quantum information and optoelectronic applications
✔ Magneto-photocurrent spectroscopy provides high-resolution exciton mapping

Applications:
• Quantum computing and valleytronics
• 2D optoelectronic devices
• Photodetectors and modulators
• Exciton-based sensors
• Fundamental research in condensed matter physics

Keywords:
#Transitionmetaldichalcogenides #Rydbergexcitons #valleypolarization #2Dmaterials #magnetophotocurrentspectroscopy #quantumoptoelectronics

Intellectual Property:
US Issued Patent 11,892,529
Patent Information:
Title App Type Country Serial No. Patent No. File Date Issued Date Expire Date Patent Status
Monolayer Transition Metal Dichalcogenides Having Giant Valley-Polarized Rydberg Excitons Revealed By Magnetophotocurrent Spectroscopy NPV United States 17/565,806 11892529 12/30/2021 2/6/2024 7/22/2042 Issued