Preparation and characterization of electrodeposited metallic multilayers

Multilayered films of Co/Pt were prepared by alternating electrodeposition of Co and Pt using two electrolytic baths. The structure of the electrodeposited multilayers was analyzed by reflection electron microscopy (REM), x-ray diffraction (XRD) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The magnetic anisotropy of the films was examined by changing the thickness of Co layers. Though the perpendicular magnetization characteristics are not good enough, electrodeposition may be feasible for multilayer deposition.