Exchange bias: dependence on the properties of the ferromagnetic interface layer

Usadel, K.D. and Stamps, R.L. (2010) Exchange bias: dependence on the properties of the ferromagnetic interface layer. Physical Review B, 82(9), 094432. (doi: 10.1103/PhysRevB.82.094432)

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Abstract

The effect of interface magnetic dilution on exchange bias is studied with extensive Monte Carlo simulations for a model system consisting of a ferromagnetic layer exchange coupled to a diluted antiferromagnet. The dependence of the exchange bias fields on properties of the ferromagnetic interface layer are identified with particular emphasis on magnetic dilution and bond distribution effects across the interface. It is shown that some dilution of the ferromagnetic interface layer can lead to an increase in the bias field magnitude, even though the net exchange interaction across the interface is reduced.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Stamps, Professor Robert
Authors: Usadel, K.D., and Stamps, R.L.
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Physics and Astronomy
Journal Name:Physical Review B
Publisher:American Physical Society
ISSN:1098-0121
ISSN (Online):1550-235X

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