An international group of scientists, led by experts from the National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS), has made a significant breakthrough in the study of magnetic nanoparticles known as Skermions. These Skermions, which have the potential to be used as memory bits in future computers, can now move at a remarkable speed of up to 900 m/s thanks to the effects of electric current. Previously, the speed of Skermion movement did not exceed 100 m/s, which was considered inadequate for computing applications.
By utilizing antiferromagnetic material as an environment, scientists were able to increase the speed of Skermion movement by ten times compared to previous findings. This groundbreaking discovery, published in the journal science on March 19th, paves the way for the development of high-performance and energy-efficient computing devices.
The small size of Skermions, their ability for high-speed transmission, and low energy consumption make them promising candidates for use in electronic devices, ultimately enhancing the capacity for computations and information storage.
These research endeavors were conducted as part of the SPIN national scientific program, initiated on January 29th. This program focuses on supporting innovative studies in the field of spintronics, with the ultimate goal of creating a more adaptable and reliable digital landscape.