Effective modulation of interfacial spin transport at CoFeB/Ta interface by ultrafast laser pulse

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Authors: Yuting Gong, Zhe Zhang, Pengfei Yan, Yu Yan, Yao Li, Liang He, Jing Wu, Yongbing Xu, Xianyang Lu
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Abstract

In this study, we demonstrate the all-optical control of interfacial spin transport in CoFeB/Ta heterostructures using time-resolved magneto-optical Kerr effect measurements. Our results reveal a reduction in intrinsic Gilbert damping with increasing pump fluence, attributed to the laser-induced thermal modulation of spin diffusion length in Ta. The enhanced spin diffusion length at high pump fluences significantly regulates the spin current transmitted across the interface, leading to a modulation of interfacial spin transparency by up to 85%. These findings demonstrate the potential of ultrafast laser pulses as a noninvasive approach for controlling interfacial spin transport, offering new opportunities for spintronic device optimization.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Magnetic properties of thin films Quantum and electron transport phenomena Advanced Condensed Matter Physics

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Applied Physics
Volume
139
Issue
6
Publication date
12 February 2026
Language
EN