| Author(s): |
Matthew R. Pufall; William H. Rippard; Shehzaad F. Kaka; Stephen E. Russek; Thomas J. Silva; Jordan A. Katine; Matt Carey; |
| Title: |
Large-angle, gigahertz-rate random telegraph switching induced by spin-momentum transfer |
| Published: |
July 27, 2004 |
| Abstract: |
We show that a spin-polarized dc current passing through a small magnetic element induces two-state, random telegraph switching of the magnetization via the spin-momentum transfer effect. The resistances of the states differ by up to 50% of the change due to complete magnetization reversal. Fluctuations are seen for a wide range of currents and magnetic fields, with rates that can exceed 2 GHz, and involve collective motion of a large volume (10^4^ nm^3^) of spins. Switching rate trends with field and current indicate that increasing temperature alone cannot explain the dynamics. The rates approach a stochastic regime wherein dynamics are governed by both precessional motion and thermal perturbations. |
| Citation: |
Physical Review B (Condensed Matter and Materials Physics) |
| Volume: |
69 |
| Pages: |
pp. 214409-1 - 214409-5 |
| Keywords: |
1/f noise;spin-momentum transfer;spin-valve;telegraph noise |
| Research Areas: |
Electromagnetics |
| PDF version: |
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