Mesoscopic EMR device magnetic sensitivity in I-V-I-V configuration

Thomas D. Boone, Neil Smith, Liesl Folks, Jordan A. Katine, Ernesto E. Marinero, Bruce A. Gurney

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Abstract

Extraordinary Magnetoresistance devices with critical dimensions below 50 nm have been developed in InAs 2-D electron gas (2DEG) quantum well heterostructures, and show the same magnetic sensitivity as Giant Magnetoresistance magnetic recording sensors. A new device design, in which fingers of metal extend into the semiconductor mesa to form leads, yields higher signal and operating currents than the more conventional design with semiconductor tab contacts. Devices built with the 2DEG very close to the surface yield high-signal and high-current carrying capacity, as required for scanning probe and magnetic recording applications.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)117-119
Number of pages3
JournalIEEE Electron Device Letters
Volume30
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - 2009
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • 2-D electron gas (2DEG)
  • Extraordinary magnetoresistance (EMR)
  • InAs
  • Magnetic sensor
  • Recording head

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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