The magnetic properties of a finite superlattice with two disordered interfaces

Within the framework of the effective field theory, based on a probability distribution technique, we examine the critical and compensation behaviors of a ferrimagnetic alternating superlattice on a simple cubic structure. The superlattice consists of k unit cells each of which consists of L layers...

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Veröffentlicht in:Surface science 2006-07, Vol.600 (14), p.2841-2846
Hauptverfasser: Belmamoun, Y., Boughrara, M., Kerouad, M., Baldomir, D.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Within the framework of the effective field theory, based on a probability distribution technique, we examine the critical and compensation behaviors of a ferrimagnetic alternating superlattice on a simple cubic structure. The superlattice consists of k unit cells each of which consists of L layers of spin-1/2 A atoms, L layers of spin-1 B atoms and a disordered interface with two layers in between that is characterized by a random arrangement of A and B atoms A p B 1− p A 1− p B p with a negative coupling A − B. Considering a finite and infinite superlattices, the effect of the thickness of the film and the surface exchange coupling on the magnetic properties are studied. The obtained results show a number of characteristic phenomena.
ISSN:0039-6028
1879-2758
DOI:10.1016/j.susc.2006.04.026