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American Physical Society, Physical review B, 5(90), 2014

DOI: 10.1103/physrevb.90.054401

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Current-induced magnetization dynamics in two magnetic insulators separated by a normal metal

Journal article published in 2014 by Hans Skarsvåg, Gerrit E. W. Bauer, Arne Brataas ORCID
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Abstract

We study the dynamics of spin valves consisting of two layers of magnetic insulators separated by a normal metal in the macrospin model. A current through the spacer generates a spin Hall current that can actuate the magnetization via the spin-transfer torque. We derive expressions for the effective Gilbert damping and the critical currents for the onset of magnetization dynamics including the effects of spin pumping that can be tested by ferromagnetic resonance experiments. The current generates an amplitude asymmetry between the in-phase and out-of-phase modes. We briefly discuss superlattices of metals and magnetic insulators. ; Comment: 9 pages, 5 figures