Piezomagnetic Material Changes Magnetic Properties When Stretched
- Magazine Article
- TBMG-28868
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- English
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Piezoelectric materials, which generate an electric current when compressed or stretched, are familiar and widely used; for example, lighters that spark when a switch is pressed, microphones, sensors, and motors. A material has been developed with a similar property, but for magnetism. This “piezomagnetic” material changes its magnetic properties when put under mechanical strain.