Ion Beam Deposition of Mn-Ir Spin Valves.

Presents information on a study which reported the elaboration by ion beam deposition (IBD) of manganese-iridium-biased spin valves. Advantages of the IBD technique over other physical deposition methods; Experimental considerations; Characterization of the spin valve layer materials in terms of composition and resistivity; Discussion on the thermal stability of the spin valves; Conclusion.