Not exact matches
The discovery, to be published April 26 in the journal Nature, could have major implications for a wide range of applications that rely upon ferromagnetic materials,
such as nanoscale memory, spintronic
devices, and
magnetic sensors.
In particular, flexible
magnetic memory
devices have attracted a lot of attention as they are the fundamental component required for data storage and processing in wearable electronics and biomedical
devices, which require various functions
such as wireless communication, information storage and code processing.
Boasting a wide array of behaviors, including electronic,
magnetic and superconducting, these multifunctional materials are poised to expand the way we think about the functions of traditional silicon - based electronic
devices such as cell phones or computers.
These join slightly more mature — yet still unproven — universal memories
such as magnetoresistive RAM (MRAM), which uses
magnetic polarization to store information permanently on a
device's microprocessor, and «phase change» memory, which stores data in a glassy substance called chalcogenide as it is heated and its atoms are rearranged.
The researchers have also developed a metric for assessing the performance of
magnetic lifters,
such as the cantilever
device.
One issue — which comes up in all of the sciences — is how to get the clearest image out of an imaging
device such as positron emission tomography (PET) or
magnetic resonance imaging.
The effect now found in the two - dimensional
magnetic structures comes with the promise that it will be of practical use in nanoscale
devices,
such as
magnetic nanomotors, actuators, or sensors.
The researchers said their findings will have application to efficient
magnetic switching in computer memories, and «these scientific breakthroughs may give impetus» to development of
such devices.
The UCLA Engineering team used multiferroic
magnetic materials to reduce the amount of power consumed by «logic
devices,» a type of circuit on a computer chip dedicated to performing functions
such as calculations.
Co-lead author Fatma Al Ma'Mari, from the School of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Leeds, said: «Being able to generate magnetism in materials that are not naturally
magnetic opens new paths to
devices that use abundant and hazardless elements,
such as carbon and copper.»
Mao's research, which focuses on quantum materials
such as superconductors,
magnetic materials and topological materials, was carried out in response to the need for better ways to power electronics, especially given continually shrinking transistors in smartphones and other
devices.
Electronic, Optical and
Magnetic Materials (ELE): The study and development of materials used to form highly complex systems, such as integrated electronic circuits, optoelectronic devices, and magnetic and optical mass storag
Magnetic Materials (ELE): The study and development of materials used to form highly complex systems,
such as integrated electronic circuits, optoelectronic
devices, and
magnetic and optical mass storag
magnetic and optical mass storage media.
Researchers at Argonne created tiny swirling vortices out of
magnetic particles, providing insight into the behavior that governs
such systems — which opens up new opportunities for materials and
devices with new properties.
• Chrome books • Scholarly magazines • Beanbags • Board games • Manipulatives • Stress balls • Playdough • Lamps • Science lab equipment • Math manipulatives
such as snap cubes, pattern blocks, and base ten blocks • Laminator • Ellison press • Clocks for every classroom • Listening centers • Audio books • iPod nano / MP3 players for listening to books • Reading pens (electronic
device) • Carpets • Quality headphones • Hydroponic plant potters (school garden / greenhouse) • Math solutions training • IReady training • Anchor chart stands • Subscriptions to scholarly magazines • Podium •
Magnetic tape and wall putty • Clickers • Exercise balls • Exercise bands
Not rocket science, but not the more premium
magnetic clip of some other
devices,
such as the Surface Pro 2 with keyboard dock.
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device must capture an image of the front and back of each Check (as herein defined) to be deposited (each an «Image» and, if more than one, «Images») in accordance with the Procedures (as herein defined), must read and capture the
magnetic ink character recognition («MICR») line on each check and must read and capture all
such other data and information as is required by this Agreement.