magnetoelectric
adjective
mag·ne·to·elec·tric
mag-ˌnē-tō-ə-ˈlek-trik 
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: relating to or characterized by electromotive forces developed by magnetic means
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While the magnetoelectric effect has been observed in metallic materials since the 19th century, the stiffness of such materials has made biological applications difficult—including measuring the contraction and expansion of a person’s neck muscles.
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IEEE Spectrum, 23 Mar. 2024
The implant is powered by wireless magnetoelectric technology that Robinson developed at Rice University, eliminating the need for a battery.
—Emily Mullin, WIRED, 23 Dec. 2023
Within the implant is a magnetoelectric material that vibrates in the presence of a magnetic field, and another component that turns those vibrations’ mechanical energy into electricity.
—IEEE Spectrum, 16 Oct. 2023
The new implant is powered by a magnetoelectric film that vibrates in the presence of a magnetic field.
—IEEE Spectrum, 16 Oct. 2023
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IEEE Spectrum, 23 Mar. 2024
The implant is powered by wireless magnetoelectric technology that Robinson developed at Rice University, eliminating the need for a battery.
—Emily Mullin, WIRED, 23 Dec. 2023
Within the implant is a magnetoelectric material that vibrates in the presence of a magnetic field, and another component that turns those vibrations’ mechanical energy into electricity.
—IEEE Spectrum, 16 Oct. 2023
The new implant is powered by a magnetoelectric film that vibrates in the presence of a magnetic field.
—IEEE Spectrum, 16 Oct. 2023
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“Magnetoelectric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magnetoelectric. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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