Abstract
The magnetic anisotropy of Co/Cu(001) films has been investigated by the magneto-optical Kerr effect, both in the pseudomorphic growth regime and above the critical thickness where strain relaxation sets in. A clear correlation between the onset of strain relaxation—as measured by means of reflection high-energy electron diffraction—and changes of the magnetic anisotropy has been found.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 4075-4079 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Physical Review B - Condensed Matter and Materials Physics |
Volume | 54 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1996 |
Externally published | Yes |