Abstract
We studied the temperature and field dependence of the magnetization in a Co/FeRh/MgO(0 0 1) film patterned into a matrix of sub-μm sized rectangles, using element selective resonant scattering of polarized soft x-rays. We show that it is possible to reverse partially the magnetization of the Co layer in a thermal cycle that crosses the FeRh antiferromagnetic to ferromagnetic transition. Our results support interest in patterned Co/FeRh films and their potential for achieving temperature induced magnetization switching.
Originalsprache | Englisch |
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Aufsatznummer | 205003 |
Fachzeitschrift | Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics |
Jahrgang | 49 |
Ausgabenummer | 20 |
DOIs | |
Publikationsstatus | Veröffentlicht - 19 Apr. 2016 |
Extern publiziert | Ja |