Potential modulated multilayer deposition of multisegment Cu/Ni nanowires with tunable magnetic properties

Min Chen, Chia Ling Chien, Peter C. Searson

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Abstract

Potential modulated multilayer deposition has been used to fabricate a series of multisegment Cu/Ni nanowires with diameters in the range of 40-140 nm. We show how the composition and microstructure are dependent on the deposition potential. The aspect ratio of the ferromagnetic nickel segments was varied from 0.1 (disk-shaped) to 2.5 (rod-shaped). The coercivity and remanence of the nanowires are strongly dependent on the diameter and aspect ratio as well as on dipolar coupling between the ferromagnetic segments. Micromagnetic simulations were used to model the magnetization hysteresis loops. These results show how potential modulated multilayer deposition can be used to tailor the properties of ferromagnetic particles.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1595-1601
Number of pages7
JournalChemistry of Materials
Volume18
Issue number6
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 21 2006
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Chemistry
  • General Chemical Engineering
  • Materials Chemistry

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