Crystal fields and spin dynamics of U3Ni3Sb4 and U3Cu3Sn4

B. D. Rainford, D. T. Adroja, G. J. Bowden, I. M. Benson, R. S. Eccleston

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Abstract

Inelastic neutron scattering measurements on cubic U3Ni3Sb4 reveal well defined crystal field and spin - orbit excitations, consistent with a U4+ 5f2 configuration of the uranium ion. The magnetic ground state is a crystal field singlet. U3Cu3Sn4 shows a broad inelastic response extending out to 70 meV, consistent with moderately strong hybridisation between the 5f electrons and the 3d electrons of the copper.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)231-233
Number of pages3
JournalPhysica B: Condensed Matter
Volume223-224
Issue number1-4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2 Jun 1996
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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