Modulation of magnetization dynamics in an epitaxial Heusler ferromagnet due to pure spin current in a laterally configured structure

Using a laterally configured structure, we demonstrate modulation of the magnetization dynamics of an epitaxial Heusler ferromagnet, Fe₃Si, by nonlocally injecting pure spin currents. From the ferromagnetic resonance signals, the effective Gilbert damping constant () of the epitaxial Fe₃Si nanomagnet is estimated to be ∼0.003 at room temperature. By using the lateral and nonlocal spin injection, the value of the epitaxial Fe₃Si nanomagnet can be modulated from 0.0034 to 0.0024. This study will open a way for control of the magnetization dynamics of high-performance ferromagnetic Heusler alloys due to pure spin currents even in laterally configured structures.