Role of spin degrees of freedom in Anderson localization of two-dimensional particle gases with random spin-orbit interactions

2018 ◽  
Vol 98 (22) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ying Su ◽  
X. R. Wang
Keyword(s):  
Anderson Localization ◽  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Spin Orbit ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Spin Orbit Interactions

scholarly journals Dzyaloshinskii–Moriya interaction in noncentrosymmetric superlattices

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Woo Seung Ham ◽  
Abdul-Muizz Pradipto ◽  
Kay Yakushiji ◽  
Kwangsu Kim ◽  
Sonny H. Rhim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Orbit Coupling ◽  
Inversion Symmetry ◽  
Spin Orbit Coupling ◽  
Spin Orbit ◽  
Band Formation ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Moriya Interaction

AbstractDzyaloshinskii–Moriya interaction (DMI) is considered as one of the most important energies for specific chiral textures such as magnetic skyrmions. The keys of generating DMI are the absence of structural inversion symmetry and exchange energy with spin–orbit coupling. Therefore, a vast majority of research activities about DMI are mainly limited to heavy metal/ferromagnet bilayer systems, only focusing on their interfaces. Here, we report an asymmetric band formation in a superlattices (SL) which arises from inversion symmetry breaking in stacking order of atomic layers, implying the role of bulk-like contribution. Such bulk DMI is more than 300% larger than simple sum of interfacial contribution. Moreover, the asymmetric band is largely affected by strong spin–orbit coupling, showing crucial role of a heavy metal even in the non-interfacial origin of DMI. Our work provides more degrees of freedom to design chiral magnets for spintronics applications.

Physics of Spin-Orbit-Coupled Oxides

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gang Cao ◽  
Lance DeLong
Keyword(s):  
Giant Magnetoresistance ◽  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
High Temperature Superconductivity ◽  
Transition Element ◽  
Spin Orbit ◽  
Transition Elements ◽  
Crystalline Electric Field ◽  
Magnetic Exchange ◽  
Spin Orbit Interactions ◽  
Strong Spin

Prior to 2010, most research on the physics and chemistry of transition metal oxides was dominated by compounds of the 3d-transition elements such as Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, and Cu. These materials exhibited novel, important phenomena that include giant magnetoresistance in manganites, as well as high-temperature superconductivity in doped La2CuO4 and related cuprates. The discovery in 1994 of an exotic superconducting state in Sr2RuO4 shifted some interest toward ruthenates. Moreover, the realization in 2008 that a novel variant of the classic Mott metal-insulator transition was at play in Sr2IrO4 provided the impetus for a burgeoning group of studies of the influence of strong spin-orbit interactions in “heavy” (4d- and 5d-) transition-element oxides. This book reviews recent experimental and theoretical evidence that the physical and structural properties of 4d- and 5d-oxides are decisively influenced by strong spin-orbit interactions that compete or collaborate with comparable Coulomb, magnetic exchange, and crystalline electric field interactions. The combined effect leads to unusual ground states and magnetic frustration that are unique to this class of materials. Novel couplings between the orbital/lattice and spin degrees of freedom, which lead to unusual types of magnetic order and other exotic phenomena, challenge current theoretical models. Of particular interest are recent investigations of iridates and ruthenates focusing on strong spin-orbit interactions that couple the lattice and spin degrees of freedom.

scholarly journals The role of spin–orbit effects in the mobility of N+ ions moving in a helium gas at low temperature

2020 ◽  
Vol 74 (7) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lamia Aïssaoui ◽  
Peter J. Knowles ◽  
Moncef Bouledroua
Keyword(s):  
Low Temperature ◽  
Cross Sections ◽  
Orbit Coupling ◽  
Spin Orbit Coupling ◽  
Spin Orbit ◽  
Temperature Model ◽  
Helium Gas ◽  
Spin Orbit Interactions ◽  
High Level

Abstract The mobility of N+ ions in ground-state helium gas at very low temperature is examined with explicit inclusion of spin–orbit coupling effects. The ionic kinetics is treated theoretically with the three-temperature model. The N+–He interaction potentials, including spin–orbit coupling, are determined using high-level ab initio calculations. Then, the classical and quantal transport cross sections, both needed in the computation of the mobility coefficients, are calculated in terms of the collisional energy of the N+–He system. The numerical results, at temperature 4.3 K, show the spin–orbit interactions have negligible effect on the mobility coefficients. Graphical abstract

Current Control of Structural and Physical Properties in Spin-Orbit- Coupled Mott Insulators

2021 ◽  
pp. 135-158
Author(s):  
Gang Cao ◽  
Lance E. DeLong
Keyword(s):  
Physical Properties ◽  
Transition Metal Oxides ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Electrical Current ◽  
Current Control ◽  
Mott Insulators ◽  
Spin Orbit ◽  
Electrical Currents ◽  
Spin Orbit Interactions

Electrical current as a means to control structural and related physical properties has been recognized only recently. The application of small electrical currents in sensitive detector and control applications, and in information technologies, is often preferable to other external stimuli. However, until recently it has not been widely accepted that electrical current can readily couple to the lattice, orbital, and spin degrees of freedom. Mounting experimental evidence has indicated that a combination of strong spin-orbit interactions and a distorted crystal structure in magnetic Mott insulators may be sufficient for electrical current to control structural and related properties. Current control of quantum states in 4d- and 5d-transition metal oxides has therefore rapidly expanded as a key research topic. This chapter presents two model systems, Ca2RuO4 and Sr2IrO4, in which applied current effectively controls the lattice, and thus the physical properties.

scholarly journals Layer-dependent quantum cooperation of electron and hole states in the anomalous semimetal WTe2

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pranab Kumar Das ◽  
D. Di Sante ◽  
I. Vobornik ◽  
J. Fujii ◽  
T. Okuda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Transition Metal Dichalcogenides ◽  
Photoemission Spectroscopy ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Quantum Phenomenon ◽  
Two Dimensional Materials ◽  
Metal Dichalcogenides ◽  
Electron And Hole States ◽  
Dependent Behaviour

Abstract The behaviour of electrons and holes in a crystal lattice is a fundamental quantum phenomenon, accounting for a rich variety of material properties. Boosted by the remarkable electronic and physical properties of two-dimensional materials such as graphene and topological insulators, transition metal dichalcogenides have recently received renewed attention. In this context, the anomalous bulk properties of semimetallic WTe2 have attracted considerable interest. Here we report angle- and spin-resolved photoemission spectroscopy of WTe2 single crystals, through which we disentangle the role of W and Te atoms in the formation of the band structure and identify the interplay of charge, spin and orbital degrees of freedom. Supported by first-principles calculations and high-resolution surface topography, we reveal the existence of a layer-dependent behaviour. The balance of electron and hole states is found only when considering at least three Te–W–Te layers, showing that the behaviour of WTe2 is not strictly two dimensional.

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