Quantum mechanical phase shifting with superconductor-ferromagnet heterostructures
Abstract
Superconductor materials and devices hold great promise for development of high-performance, energy efficient, next-generation electronics with operating principals based in quantum mechanics. One intriguing area in this field, that is rich in new physics and potential applications, is the study of interfaces between ferromagnets and superconductors. Here we propose an investigation into these structures with an emphasis on increasing our knowledge in the phenomena of shifts in the phase of the quantum mechanical wavefunction of superconducting charge carriers in close proximity to a ferromagnet. If successful, our work will provide key insights into quantum transport in unconventional superconductors, and lay the foundation for new applications in sensing and computing. In a broader sense, this research will provide workforce training for students and post-doctoral researchers in the processing of quantum materials, as well as quantum measurement.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Mar 06, 2024
- Source ID
- FA95502310369
Entities
People
- Shane A Cybart
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- United States Air Force
- University of California Regents