Magnon Dispersion: Ferromagnetic Spin Waves

ω(k) = 2JS(1−cos k) — precessing spins & group/phase velocity

k: π/8
ω(k):
v_phase:
v_group:
t: 0
In a 1D ferromagnet, collective spin precession forms magnons. Dispersion omega(k) = 2JS(1-cos k): quadratic near k=0 (massive magnon), maximum at k=pi (4JS). Group velocity v_g = dw/dk = 2JS sin k gives the wave packet speed. Phase velocity v_p = omega/k differs, causing dispersion. Click the dispersion plot to select a mode.