What Are the Characteristics of Au-Fe Spin Glass?

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The discussion focuses on the characteristics of Au-Fe spin glass, specifically at concentrations of iron greater than 0.5%. The user is conducting research on the electrical resistance trends of these materials as a function of temperature. They seek introductory literature to better understand the concept of spin glass, with a specific reference to M. B. Weissman's paper in the Review of Modern Physics, volume 65, page 829, published in 1993, as a recommended resource.

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  • Understanding of spin glass phenomena
  • Familiarity with alloy compositions, specifically gold (Au) and iron (Fe)
  • Basic knowledge of electrical resistance measurements
  • Awareness of temperature dependence in material properties
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  • Research the properties of spin glasses in materials science
  • Study the electrical resistance vs. temperature behavior in Au-Fe alloys
  • Read M. B. Weissman, Rev. Mod. Phys. 65, 829 (1993) for foundational knowledge
  • Explore experimental techniques for measuring resistance in thin films
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Hello everyone,

I am an undergratude student doing to research and I am making dirty Au films. At certian concentrations of Fe (say >.5%) this Au-Fe is showing charateristics of a sping glass. I am attempting to learn what exactly a spin glass is and what its trends look like (resistance vs. temp. mainly).

The literature that I have found is eithere too technical or to vague for my understanding. Can anyone suggest intoduction literature or can explain this subject?
 
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Try this: M. B. Weissman, Rev. Mod. Phys. 65, 829 (1993)
 

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