Magnetic Bit (IMAGE)

Eindhoven University of Technology

Magnetic Bit

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A magnetic bit is being switched by bending electrons with the correct spin upwards through the bit. A special anti-ferromagnetic material on top of the bits makes the process reliable.

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Arno van den Brink / Eindhoven University of Technology

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