Spin transfer torques in nonlocal lateral spin valve
arXiv:0803.2440 · doi:10.1088/0957-4484/19/23/235404
Abstract
We report a theoretical study on the spin and electron transport in the nonlocal lateral spin valve with non-collinear magnetic configuration. The nonlocal magnetoresistance, defined as the voltage difference on the detection lead over the injected current, is derived analytically. The spin transfer torques on the detection lead are calculated. It is found that spin transfer torques are symmetrical for parallel and antiparallel magnetic configurations, which is different from that in conventional sandwiched spin valve.
7 papges, 5 figures
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