2024/03/25 by Cheng Tan, Ming-Xun Deng, Tan, Cheng +29
Materials Science · #Magnetic and transport properties of perovskites and related materials #Heusler alloys: electronic and magnetic properties #Iron-based superconductors research
paper · pdf · doi:10.48550/arxiv.2403.16684
As a quasi-layered ferrimagnetic material, Mn3Si2Te6 nanoflakes exhibit magnetoresistance behaviour that is fundamentally different from their bulk crystal counterparts. They offer three key properties crucial for spintronics. Firstly, at least 106 times faster response comparing to that exhibited by bulk crystals has been observed in current-controlled resistance and magnetoresistance. Secondly, ultra-low current density is required for resistance modulation (~ 5 A/cm2). Thirdly, electrically gate-tunable magnetoresistance has been realized. Theoretical calculations reveal that the unique magnetoresistance behaviour in the Mn3Si2Te6 nanoflakes arises from a magnetic field induced band gap shift across the Fermi level. The rapid current induced resistance variation is attributed to spin-orbit torque, an intrinsically ultra-fast process (~nanoseconds). This study suggests promising avenues for spintronic applications. In addition, it highlights Mn3Si2Te6 nanoflakes as a suitable platform for investigating the intriguing physics underlying chiral orbital moments, magnetic field induced band variation and spin torque.