Clarifying data for thin film growth techniques
The clarification on CPP-NW makes sense: electrodeposition results in dilute alloys, which likely contribute to a shorter spin diffusion length compared to pure metals. For growth techniques, we'll reference the weak localization measurement: Cu thin films yield 720 nm l_sf at 4.5 K. This comes from evaporated WL thin films.
Compiling spin diffusion length data for growth conditions
To summarize, for high purity thin films, weak localization yields spin diffusion lengths (l_sf) from 520–720 nm at low temperatures. At room temperature, bulk Cu has an l_sf around 500 nm, with a range of 350–700 nm. Better quality (annealed, larger grains) gives longer l_sf, while more grain boundaries result in shorter values.
Summarizing spin diffusion lengths across different conditions
Here’s a roundup of the data:
- For lateral nonlocal geometry (e-beam evaporated Cu), l_sf is around 350±50 nm at RT, and 1000±200 nm at 4.2 K.
- For typical metallic contacts, l_sf ranges from 500–700 nm at RT, 920 nm at 4.2 K, and 200±20 at 10 K.
- For CPP nanowires (electrodeposited), l_sf is 36±14 nm at 300 K and 140±15 nm at 77 K.
- For CPP nanopillars, l_sf is 170±40 nm at RT.
All sources are from reviews and studies mentioned.
Summarizing self-spin diffusion length (λ_s) in Cu systems
For Cu with MgO capping in lateral spin valves, the self-spin diffusion length (l_sf) reaches 1.3 μm at 10 K. Electrochemically gated grain boundaries show λ_Cu values of 300-380 nm at room temperature. The review also notes the relationship between l_sf and resistivity (ρ). Growth conditions affect λ_sf, according to the Elliott-Yafet mechanism.
Explaining l_sf dependence on microstructure and temperature
The spin diffusion length (l_sf) is affected by resistivity (impurities, grain boundaries, surfaces), temperature, and growth process. At room temperature for copper, typical values range from 0.3-0.7 µm; at 10 K, 0.5-1.3 µm, while disordered electrodeposited multilayers lead to much lower values, tens of nm.
Citing l_sf values with appropriate structure
Citations should follow the values listed but not be placed inside bold text. I'll listing them clearly after each value in a structured format, such as Cu 4.5 K WL: resistivity 39 nΩm, l_sf 720 nm (source). I'll include all the necessary references while following the formatting regulations for clarity.
Summarizing l_sf variations by deposition method
I need to summarize the variations of spin diffusion length (l_sf) for different copper deposition methods. For high-purity thick Cu (annealed), l_sf is 350-700 nm at room temperature and 0.9-1.0 µm at low temperatures. For thinner Cu, like evaporated thin wires, it’s shorter. I'll organize them by technique and note that surface oxidation can affect results at low temperatures.
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