The magnetic properties of a finite superlattice with two disordered interfaces

Within the framework of the effective field theory, based on a probability distribution technique, we examine the critical and compensation behaviors of a ferrimagnetic alternating superlattice on a simple cubic structure. The superlattice consists of k unit cells each of which consists of L layers of spin-1/2 A atoms, L layers of spin-1 B atoms and a disordered interface with two layers in between that is characterized by a random arrangement of A and B atoms A(P)B(1-P)A(1-P)B(P) with a negative coupling A - B. Considering a finite and infinite superlattices, the effect of the thickness of the film and the surface exchange coupling on the magnetic properties are studied. The obtained results show a number of characteristic phenomena. (c) 2006 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.