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Quantum Versus Classical Spin Fragmentation in Dipolar Kagome Ice Ho3Mg2Sb3O14
Zhiling Dun1,2, Xiaojian Bai1, Joseph A M Paddison1,3,4
1School of Physics, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia 30332, USA.
Physical Review. X
|September 21, 2023
Summary
This study reveals a novel magnetic state in Ho3Mg2Sb3O14, featuring fragmented spins and persistent excitations. Hyperfine interactions play a key role in shaping these quantum phenomena in frustrated magnets.
Area of Science:
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Quantum Magnetism
- Materials Science
Background:
- Geometrical frustration and quantum tunneling are key to entangled magnetic states.
- Spin-ice materials exemplify frustration, while transverse magnetic fields model quantum tunneling.
Purpose of the Study:
- Investigate the magnetic properties of the tripod-kagome lattice material Ho3Mg2Sb3O14.
- Unite geometrical frustration with quantum tunneling effects in a single material system.
Main Methods:
- Neutron scattering experiments.
- Thermodynamic measurements.
- Theoretical modeling including exact diagonalization and mean-field calculations.
Main Results:
- Observed a symmetry-breaking transition at T* ≈ 0.32 K.
- Characterized a novel state with recovered magnetic entropy, fragmented spins (periodic and icelike), and persistent inelastic magnetic excitations down to T ≈ 0.12 K.
- Demonstrated the significant influence of hyperfine interactions on magnetic properties and quantum correlations.
Conclusions:
- Ho3Mg2Sb3O14 exhibits unique magnetic behavior driven by the interplay of frustration, quantum tunneling, and hyperfine interactions.
- Hyperfine interactions are crucial in frustrated quantum magnets, influencing partially ordered states and suppressing quantum correlations.
- The findings motivate further research into quantum fluctuations in complex magnetic systems.
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