Document Type
Poster
Publication Date
Summer 2024
Abstract
The magneto-optical Kerr-Effect occurs when linearly polarized light is directed towards a magnetic sample subjected to a magnetic field and becomes elliptically polarized. This then produces a graph from which one can deduce the Kerr-rotation and Kerr-ellipticity, providing insights into the magnetic behavior of the sample. This summer, I worked on setting up an experiment to investigate the Kerr-effect from scratch; obtaining the equipment, building the setup, performing optical alignment, and writing LabVIEW programs. Consequently, I was able to successfully automate the experiment and measure a Kerr-rotation hysteresis loop for Fe3O4.
Recommended Citation
Sen, Dilara and Peiris, Frank, "Magneto-Optical Kerr-Effect to Study Magnetic Semiconductors" (2024). Kenyon Summer Science Scholars Program. Paper 735.
https://digital.kenyon.edu/summerscienceprogram/735