Basic circuit element for the implementation of base-3 and base-4 algorithms realized by an asymmetric MgO-based double-barrier magnetic tunnel junction

Abstract

We study the resistance states and spin dynamics in a Ag/Fe(8)/MgO(3)/Fe(8)/MgO(5)/Fe/Ag junction based on a first-principles scattering theory. Spin dynamics simulations show that up to four resistance states with noticeable difference can be achieved via manipulating the voltage bias scheme and the position of the reference magnetization. The study indicates possible multiple-valued logic applications in an asymmetric MgO-based double-barrier magnetic tunnel junction.