Transverse Kerr effect as an analytical tool in the study of the magnetism of transition metal—yttrium alloys

A theoretical model of the transverse Kerr effect (TKE), suitable for the study of the magnetism of surfaces and interfaces, has been developed. In this work, it is applied in a Co/Y bilayer with different Co thickness, where a reversal in the sign of TKE is observed at thin Co thickness.

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Published in:Journal of magnetism and magnetic materials 1999-05, Vol.196, p.597-598
Main Authors: Blanco-Gutiérrez, L., Dehesa, C., Álvarez-Prado, L.M., Díaz, J., Alameda, J.M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Amorphous alloys
Magneto-optics
Multilayers
Thin films
Transverse Kerr effect
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Summary:A theoretical model of the transverse Kerr effect (TKE), suitable for the study of the magnetism of surfaces and interfaces, has been developed. In this work, it is applied in a Co/Y bilayer with different Co thickness, where a reversal in the sign of TKE is observed at thin Co thickness.
ISSN:0304-8853
DOI:10.1016/S0304-8853(98)00853-1