Mechanical stress

Antiferroelectric films show promise for overcoming clamping issues in miniaturized piezoelectric devices

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Lighting a gas grill, getting an ultrasound, using an ultrasonic toothbrush—these actions involve the use of materials that can translate an electric voltage into a change in shape and vice versa. Known as piezoelectricity, the ability to trade between mechanical stress and electric charge can be harnessed widely in capacitors, actuators, transducers and sensors like … Read more

Antiferromagnetic spin switch: New approach for future electronics

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In the realm of electronics, the traditional mode of operation relies on the movement of electrical charges, with electrons shuttling from one point to another to generate current and transmit signals through the application of voltage. However, there exists an alternative avenue for manipulating electronic currents and signals—one that harnesses the intrinsic magnetic properties of … Read more