Topological Random Fractals

Abstract

We introduce the notion of topological electronic states on random lattices in non-integer dimensions. By considering a class $D$ model on critical percolation clusters embedded in two dimensions, we demonstrate that these topological random fractals exhibit a robust mobility gap, support quantized conductance and represent a well-defined thermodynamic phase of matter. The finite-size scaling analysis further suggests that the critical properties are not consistent with the class $D$ systems in two dimensions. Our results establish topological random fractals as the most complex systems known to support nontrivial band topology with their distinct unique properties.