Abstract
We have developed a random-number-generator (RNG) named “spin dice,” which employs the stochastic nature of spin-torque switching (STS) in a magnetic tunnel junction. The principle of the idea is that the switching probability first tuned around 0.5 is varied linearly with the applied current. After that, the switching results are converted into binary random numbers. We fabricated several types of “spin dice” by combining magnetic tunnel junctions and single-board microcomputer, and achieved generation speed of random numbers up to several hundred kbit/sec. Because STS is scalable and magnetic tunnel junctions have compatibility to semiconductor fabrication process, “spin dice” can be considered as a promising candidate for truly random-number-generator (TRNG) for security applications.
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