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We investigate the exchange bias and training effects in the FM/AF heterostructures using a unified Monte Carlo dynamical approach. This real dynamical method has been proved reliable and effective in simulating dynamical magnetization of…
Magnetic nanostructures revealing exchange bias effect have gained a lot of interest in recent years due to their possible applications in modern devices with various functionalities. In this paper, we present our studies on patterned…
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