A multi-state memory device based on the Manipulation of a single skyrmion using spin-polarized current

W. Al Saidi, R. Sbiaa, Stan Laurel, N. Tiercelin*

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Abstract

Towards a multistate skyrmionic device, Firstly, the motion of a single skyrmion under spin-transfer-torque (STT) is studied in the conventional and constricted wire the study reveals the possibility to pin, depin and annihilate skyrmion. Later, a stepped nano-track with bottom and top confinements has been proposed, to stabilize the skyrmion in each confinement. The adjustment of the current density magnitude and its duration enabled the displacement of the skyrmion at any position. More interestingly, it was observed that only one skyrmion can be stabilized in each confinement when a large number is displaced by current pulses. These results open the way for large-capacity memory devices and neuromorphic computing.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2023 IEEE International Magnetic Conference - Short Papers, INTERMAG Short Papers 2023 - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350338362
ISBN (Print)9798350338362
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - May 1 2023
Event2023 IEEE International Magnetic Conference - Short Papers, INTERMAG Short Papers 2023 - Sendai, Japan
Duration: May 15 2023May 19 2023

Publication series

Name2023 IEEE International Magnetic Conference - Short Papers (INTERMAG Short Papers)

Conference

Conference2023 IEEE International Magnetic Conference - Short Papers, INTERMAG Short Papers 2023
Country/TerritoryJapan
CitySendai
Period5/15/235/19/23

Keywords

  • Ferromagnetic materials
  • Micromagnetics
  • Skyrmion
  • spin systems
  • spintronics

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Instrumentation

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