Abstract
We review applications of the superposition model (SPM) in EMR area, which enables semi-empirical modeling of zero-field splitting (ZFS) parameters (ZFSPs) for transition ions in crystals by separation of geometrical and physical information. Nomenclature used for ZFS and crystal field (CF) Hamiltonians is presented to expose common framework underlying two independent implementations: SPM/ZFS and SPM/CF, which require distinct model parameters. SPM/ZFSP applications in EMR area for S-state 3d5 (4f7) ions and 3dN ions with orbital singlet ground state are reviewed. SPM/ZFS methodology for MLn complexes [central metal (M) ion surrounded by n ligands (L)] with specific symmetry is presented. SPM-related computer packages combined with other methods, role of axis systems in SPM analysis, and structural models for several ion-host systems, are discussed. Extensive survey of SPM/ZFS applications is provided to elucidate usefulness of SPM modeling for interpretation of ZFSPs. This review is geared for EMR practitioners interested in practical utilization of SPM/ZFS (or SPM/CFP) analysis. Database of SPM/ZFS references is compiled for studies of single molecule magnets and single ion magnets based on transition ions. Due to its comprehensiveness, suitable sets of model parameters required for practical utilization SPM/ZFS may be easily located using source references as pointers.
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