Effect of interlayer coupling on the reversal process of differential dual spin valves

Differential dual spin valve (DDSV) is a potential read sensor for ultrahigh density magnetic recording. Recently, it has been found that self-biased DDSVs in which the two free layers (FLs) align in flux closure configuration could potentially remove permanent hard bias. In the present work, we hav...

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Main Authors: Sekhar, Murapaka Chandra, Wang, Chang Chun, Lew, Wen Siang, Han, G. C.
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spelling sg-ntu-dr.10356-998922023-02-28T19:41:52Z Effect of interlayer coupling on the reversal process of differential dual spin valves Sekhar, Murapaka Chandra Wang, Chang Chun Lew, Wen Siang Han, G. C. School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences Differential dual spin valve (DDSV) is a potential read sensor for ultrahigh density magnetic recording. Recently, it has been found that self-biased DDSVs in which the two free layers (FLs) align in flux closure configuration could potentially remove permanent hard bias. In the present work, we have carried out a systematic study of the effect of the interlayer coupling through gap layer on the reversal process of a self-biased DDSV. From the uniform field response of the DDSV, it was found that the competition among magnetostatic coupling, interlayer coupling and the shape anisotropy of the FLs gives rise to distinctive reversal behaviors, and the magnetostatic coupling could not be perfectly compensated by the interlayer exchange coupling. The down track response of the DDSV reveals that interlayer coupling could play a dominant role on the performance of the DDSV. Published version 2013-02-20T03:08:00Z 2019-12-06T20:13:07Z 2013-02-20T03:08:00Z 2019-12-06T20:13:07Z 2012 2012 Journal Article Sekhar, M. C., Wang, C. C., Han, G. C., & Lew, W. S. (2012). Effect of interlayer coupling on the reversal process of differential dual spin valves. Journal of applied physics, 111(7). 0021-8979 https://hdl.handle.net/10356/99892 http://hdl.handle.net/10220/9182 10.1063/1.3679764 en Journal of Applied Physics © 2012 American Institute of Physics. This paper was published in Journal of Applied Physics and is made available as an electronic reprint (preprint) with permission of American Institute of Physics. The paper can be found at the following official DOI: [http://dx.doi.org/10.1063/1.3679764]. One print or electronic copy may be made for personal use only. Systematic or multiple reproduction, distribution to multiple locations via electronic or other means, duplication of any material in this paper for a fee or for commercial purposes, or modification of the content of the paper is prohibited and is subject to penalties under law. application/pdf
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description Differential dual spin valve (DDSV) is a potential read sensor for ultrahigh density magnetic recording. Recently, it has been found that self-biased DDSVs in which the two free layers (FLs) align in flux closure configuration could potentially remove permanent hard bias. In the present work, we have carried out a systematic study of the effect of the interlayer coupling through gap layer on the reversal process of a self-biased DDSV. From the uniform field response of the DDSV, it was found that the competition among magnetostatic coupling, interlayer coupling and the shape anisotropy of the FLs gives rise to distinctive reversal behaviors, and the magnetostatic coupling could not be perfectly compensated by the interlayer exchange coupling. The down track response of the DDSV reveals that interlayer coupling could play a dominant role on the performance of the DDSV.
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author_facet School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Sekhar, Murapaka Chandra
Wang, Chang Chun
Lew, Wen Siang
Han, G. C.
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author Sekhar, Murapaka Chandra
Wang, Chang Chun
Lew, Wen Siang
Han, G. C.
spellingShingle Sekhar, Murapaka Chandra
Wang, Chang Chun
Lew, Wen Siang
Han, G. C.
Effect of interlayer coupling on the reversal process of differential dual spin valves
author_sort Sekhar, Murapaka Chandra
title Effect of interlayer coupling on the reversal process of differential dual spin valves
title_short Effect of interlayer coupling on the reversal process of differential dual spin valves
title_full Effect of interlayer coupling on the reversal process of differential dual spin valves
title_fullStr Effect of interlayer coupling on the reversal process of differential dual spin valves
title_full_unstemmed Effect of interlayer coupling on the reversal process of differential dual spin valves
title_sort effect of interlayer coupling on the reversal process of differential dual spin valves
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