We performed zero and transverse field muon spin rotation experiments on a large number of YBa2Cu3O6 + x samples. We detect the coexistence of antiferromagnetic (AF) short range magnetism with superconductivity below Tf10 K in compositions 0.37x0.39. Most muons experience local AF fields, even when a SQUID detects a full superconducting volume fraction, which points to a local minimal interference organization of short AF stripes embedded in the superconductor. A detailed phase diagram is produced and the consequences of the minimal interference are discussed.

Nanoscopic Coexistence of Magnetism and Superconductivity in YBa2Cu3O6 + x Detected by Muon Spin Rotation

SANNA, SAMUELE;
2004-01-01

Abstract

We performed zero and transverse field muon spin rotation experiments on a large number of YBa2Cu3O6 + x samples. We detect the coexistence of antiferromagnetic (AF) short range magnetism with superconductivity below Tf10 K in compositions 0.37x0.39. Most muons experience local AF fields, even when a SQUID detects a full superconducting volume fraction, which points to a local minimal interference organization of short AF stripes embedded in the superconductor. A detailed phase diagram is produced and the consequences of the minimal interference are discussed.
2004
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STAMPA
93
207001
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muon probes; high-temperature superconductors; yttrium compounds; barium compounds; magnetic superconductors; antiferromagnetic materials
http://prola.aps.org/abstract/PRL/v93/i20/e207001
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Sanna, Samuele; G., Allodi; G., Concas; A. D., Hillier; R., De Renzi
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