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Co\(_{2}\)Mn\(_{0.6}\)Fe\(_{0.4}\)Si: A Heusler Compound Opening New Perspectives in Magnon Spintronics

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This chapter addresses magnon propagation in the Heusler compound \(\mathrm{Co}_{2}\mathrm{Mn}_{0.6}\mathrm{Fe}_{0.4}\mathrm{Si}\) and the corresponding perspectives for the emerging field of magnon spintronics. The concept of magnon spintronics requires the utilization of advanced materials providing, in particular, a low magnetic Gilbert damping and compatibility with industrial standards concerning the fabrication of micro- and nano-structures. We present how this challenge can be addressed by the use of low-damping \(\mathrm{Co}_{2}\mathrm{Mn}_{0.6}\mathrm{Fe}_{0.4}\mathrm{Si}\) films on the basis of recent studies using micro-focus Brillouin light scattering spectroscopy. The low damping in this Heusler compound not only allows for the realization of increased propagation distances. The pronounced occurrence of nonlinear phenomena might even lead the way towards novel concepts and functionalities in magnonic devices.

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Sebastian, T., Hillebrands, B. (2016). Co\(_{2}\)Mn\(_{0.6}\)Fe\(_{0.4}\)Si: A Heusler Compound Opening New Perspectives in Magnon Spintronics. In: Felser, C., Hirohata, A. (eds) Heusler Alloys. Springer Series in Materials Science, vol 222. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-21449-8_13

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