Ferromagnetic self-assembled quantum dots on semiconductor nanowires.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
Ferromagnetic self-assembled alpha-MnAs quantum dots (QD) were grown epitaxially on metal catalyst-grown InAs nanowires (NW) by chemical vapor deposition. Magnetic force microscopy measurements demonstrated that the QDs are stable, single-domain ferromagnets with T(c) values of approximately 310 K. Single QD switching was demonstrated at fields as low as 60 Oe. The hybrid ferromagnetic/semiconductor QD/NW properties provide a promising basis for the development of nanowire spin-valves and magnetic memory devices.