| Abstract: |
The Boltzmann equation is solved for a system consisting of a ferromagnetic-normal-metallic multilayer. The in-plane magnetoresistance of Fe/Cr and Fe/Cu superlattices is calculated for (1) varying interfacial geometric random roughness with no lateral coherence, (2) correlated (quasiperiodic) roughness, and (3) varying chemical composition of the interfaces. The interplay between these three aspects of the interfaces may enhance or suppress the magnetoresistance, depending on whether it increases or decreases the asymmetry in the spin-dependent scattering of the conduction electrons. Properties of the interfaces relevant to the giant negative magnetoresistance are discussed. |
