Superconductor/ferromagnet Nanostructures: An Illustration Of The Physics Of Hybrid Nanomaterials

Superconductor/ferromagnet heterostructures have become reproducible, enabling the quantitative study of ferromagnet/superconductor proximity effects. This book explains how to calculate their equilibrium and transport properties from a standard BCS type Hamiltonian, with results in excellent quantitative agreement with experiment. The theory is accessible to experimentalists and provides insights into fundamental physics and hybrid nanomaterials.

Format: Hardback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 10 February 2022
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd

It was once a formidable challenge to reliably fabricate clean heterostructures composed of magnetic and superconducting layers. However, that obstacle has been overcome, thanks to the development of reproducible superconductor/ferromagnet heterostructures. These remarkable structures empower the quantitative exploration of the diverse and intricate phenomena linked to the proximity effects between ferromagnets and superconductors. These structures are highly promising candidates for a wide range of switching devices, spanning from non-volatile low-power memory elements to quantum computing applications involving Josephson junctions.

The primary objective of this book is to elucidate the accurate calculation of the equilibrium and transport properties of these heterostructures, commencing from a standard BCS-type Hamiltonian. Extensive discussions are presented on the main techniques, encompassing both analytical and numerical methods. The results obtained from these calculations demonstrate remarkable quantitative agreement with experimental findings. While this book primarily serves as a theoretical treatise, the theory presented is neither complex nor obscure. It is assumed that the reader possesses a foundational understanding of introductory graduate physics; a solid undergraduate foundation and a willingness to persevere would also suffice. This book is easily accessible and comprehensible to experimentalists, and even individuals with a basic understanding of the subject can grasp the fundamentals by referring to the accompanying figures and explanations.

In addition to their numerous practical applications, the study of superconductor/ferromagnet nanostructures offers invaluable insights into fundamental physics and the broader field of hybrid nanomaterials. By delving into the intricacies of these structures, researchers can gain a deeper understanding of the underlying principles governing the behavior of matter and energy at the nanoscale. The development of superconductor/ferromagnet heterostructures has revolutionized our ability to manipulate and harness the unique properties of both magnetic and superconducting materials, paving the way for groundbreaking advancements in various fields, including electronics, energy storage, and computing.

Weight: 550g
Dimension: 158 x 236 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811249563