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Noncollinear magnetism in two-dimensional CrTe2
Nihad Abuawwad1,2,3, Manuel Dos Santos Dias1,2,4, Hazem Abusara3
1Peter Grünberg Institut and Institute for Advanced Simulation, Forschungszentrum Jülich & JARA, 52425 Jülich, Germany.
Journal of Physics. Condensed Matter : an Institute of Physics Journal
|September 2, 2022
Summary
This study reveals strong magnetoelastic coupling in 2D chromium telluride (CrTe2) monolayers. Structural distortions induce complex magnetic properties, paving the way for advanced spintronic devices.
Area of Science:
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Materials Science
- Quantum Magnetism
Background:
- Two-dimensional (2D) van der Waals magnets are crucial for quantum materials exploration and spintronics.
- Understanding their magnetic properties is key for next-generation device applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the magnetoelastic coupling in free-standing monolayer chromium telluride (CrTe2).
- To explore the emergence of non-collinear magnetism and Dzyaloshinskii-Moriya interaction in CrTe2.
- To analyze the impact of structural distortions on the magnetic properties of 2D CrTe2.
Main Methods:
- Multiscale modeling combining first-principles calculations and a Heisenberg model with ab-initio parameters.
- Atomistic spin dynamics simulations.
Main Results:
- A strong magnetoelastic coupling was identified in monolayer CrTe2.
- Different crystal structures lead to non-collinear magnetism due to magnetic frustration.
- The Dzyaloshinskii-Moriya interaction emerges in CrTe2.
- Structural distortions, including charge density waves, significantly affect the complex magnetic properties.
Conclusions:
- Monolayer CrTe2 exhibits significant magnetoelastic coupling and complex magnetic behaviors driven by structural variations.
- These findings offer insights into the fundamental physics of 2D magnets and potential for spintronic applications.
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