Enhanced inverse spin-Hall effect in ultrathin ferromagnetic/normal metal bilayers

Abstract

Electrically detected ferromagnetic resonance is measured in microdevices patterned from ultra-thin Co/Pt bilayers. Spin pumping and rectification voltages are observed and distinguished via their angular dependence. The spin-pumping voltage shows an unexpected increase as the cobalt thickness is reduced below 2 nm. This enhancement allows more efficient conversion of spin to charge current. © 2013 American Institute of Physics.