Publication Date
Spring 2020
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Physics and Astronomy
Advisor
Peter Beyersdorf
Subject Areas
Physics
Abstract
The focus of this project is to numerically model the phenomenon known as the Magneto Optic Kerr Effect, MOKE, where the interaction between light and surface in the presence of a magnetic field, results in a rotation of the polarization axis of the reflected light, and to develop a method by which to experimentally measure the strength of the interaction. The amount of polarization rotation is proportional to the strength of the magnetic field and changes in polarization can be detected using polarizing optics. This thesis project successfully develops a numerical model for MOKE and an experimental method is outlined in order to measure the change in intensity using polarizing optics.
Recommended Citation
Creed, James, "Methods for Sensitive Detection of Magneto Optic Kerr Effect" (2020). Master's Theses. 5092.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.31979/etd.8brz-y9ww
https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/etd_theses/5092
