Strain-induced modulation of conductance and spin transfer torque in graphene spin valves

Key Points

• Conductance increases significantly under applied strain, indicating enhanced performance of graphene spin valves.
• A notable metric shows an increase in spin transfer torque by 20% with strain application, enhancing device efficacy.
• Observational analysis across various strain levels demonstrates how strain can modulate electronic properties effectively.
• Implications suggest that integrating strain engineering in graphene spin valves may lead to improved device applications.