Spin Crossover Nanomaterials: From Fundamental Concepts to Devices
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- 24 November 2017
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wiley in Advanced Materials
- Vol. 30 (5)
- https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.201703862
Abstract
Nanoscale spin crossover materials capable of undergoing reversible switching between two electronic configurations with markedly different physical properties are excellent candidates for various technological applications. In particular, they can serve as active materials for storing and processing information in photonic, mechanical, electronic, and spintronic devices as well as for transducing different forms of energy in sensors and actuators. In this progress report, a brief overview on the current state-of-the-art of experimental and theoretical studies of nanomaterials displaying spin transition is presented. Based on these results, a detailed analysis and discussions in terms of finite size effects and other phenomena inherent to the reduced size scale are provided. Finally, recent research devices using spin crossover complexes are highlighted, emphasizing both challenges and prospects.Keywords
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- Agence Nationale de la Recherche
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