Influence of various underlayers on [001] texture and magnetic properties in FePt and FexNi1 − xPt thin films

► Direct comparison of underlayers and Ni additions to (001) FePt growth. ► Clarity to influence of Cr underlayer to (001) FePt growth. ► Linkage of in situ growth stress to ex situ characterization. ► Growth of graded FexNi1 − xPt film for new magnetic storage design.