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Spin–orbit torque superlattices

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Magnetic heterostructures with strong spin–orbit torques have great potential as the base for high-performance nonvolatile spintronic memory and computing applications due to their ultrafast, reliable, and energy-efficient switching. Among the various candidate material schemes, spin–orbit torque superlattices are of particular promise for the strong spin–orbit torques, low impedance, and good integration compatibility at the same time. In this review, we discuss the spin–orbit torque superlattices, including their torque principles, the main challenges, and the recent advances in the development of various spin–orbit torque superlattices, application potential, and thermoelectric effects.

Source: Journal of Applied Physics

DOI: 10.1063/5.0299705

Authors: Zhihao Yan, Lijun Zhu

Institutions: Chinese Academy of Sciences, Institute of Semiconductors, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Magnetic properties of thin films

Subfield: Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics

Field: Physics and Astronomy

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,500

Funders: National Natural Science Foundation of China, National Key Research and Development Program of China