Abstract
On the basis of first-principles (local-spin-density-approximation) calculations of the magnetocrystalline anisotropy energy, we have predicted a perpendicular orientation of the magnetization in a [111]fcc Co1/Ni2 multilayer. This multilayer was then grown by vapor deposition and found to have the predicted properties. The saturation magnetization of 1 T is much larger than that of known magnetic multilayers with perpendicular anisotropy.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 682-685 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Physical review letters |
Volume | 68 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 3 Feb 1992 |
Externally published | Yes |