Bilayer avalanche spin-diode logic
Author(s) -
Joseph S. Friedman,
Eric Fadel,
Bruce W. Wessels,
Damien Querlioz,
Alan V. Sahakian
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
aip advances
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.421
H-Index - 58
ISSN - 2158-3226
DOI - 10.1063/1.4935262
Subject(s) - spintronics , diode , logic gate , bilayer , optoelectronics , physics , electronic circuit , spin (aerodynamics) , computer science , electronic engineering , electrical engineering , engineering , condensed matter physics , ferromagnetism , quantum mechanics , chemistry , biochemistry , membrane , thermodynamics
A novel spintronic computing paradigm is proposed and analyzed in which InSb p-n bilayer avalanche spin-diodes are cascaded to efficiently perform complex logic operations. This spin-diode logic family uses control wires to generate magnetic fields that modulate the resistance of the spin-diodes, and currents through these devices control the resistance of cascaded devices. Electromagnetic simulations are performed to demonstrate the cascading mechanism, and guidelines are provided for the development of this innovative computing technology. This cascading scheme permits compact logic circuits with switching speeds determined by electromagnetic wave propagation rather than electron motion, enabling high-performance spintronic computing
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