A comparative study on rigid and flexible magnetoelectric composites: Review

Abstract

This review reports the latest trends in the ceramic composite matrix used for the magnetoelectric (ME) effect. In the last few years, ME composite has become the center of attraction for use in various electrically and magnetically coupled devices. The growth and use of electronic components everywhere have propulsively accelerated the exploration of self-powered electronic and sensor network devices. ME is a feasible technique for addressing difficulties of traditional batteries such as short life span and frequent recharge difficulties. Self-charging multiferroic components have been found for the constant working of mobile electronics that use multiferroic composites in response to magnetoelectric energy transformation. Researchers have rigorously studied the rigid and flexible magnetoelectric composites for their suitability in applications. This paper gives a comparative study between rigid and flexible magnetoelectric composites based on their properties and provides knowledge about the materials for such types of composites. It reviews the latest polymer-based ME materials as well as the related fabrication and polarization methods. The review finally encapsulates the applications in biomedicine, ranging from mechanical energy harvesters to sensors and actuators.

Microwave Absorption Performance of Flexible Porous PVDF-MWCNT Foam in the X-Band Frequency Range

“…This progress has significantly contributed to enhancing the convenience and ease of our daily lives. 1 On the other hand, the production of electromagnetic (EM) radiation that is not desirable has a negative impact, which results in the deterioration of the dependability of highly sensitive electronic equipment and has a negative impact on human health. 1,2 Significant endeavors have been undertaken to mitigate the issues arising from electromagnetic interference (EMI) pollution through the development of materials that possess efficient electromagnetic wave attenuation and EMI shielding properties.…”

“…1 On the other hand, the production of electromagnetic (EM) radiation that is not desirable has a negative impact, which results in the deterioration of the dependability of highly sensitive electronic equipment and has a negative impact on human health. 1,2 Significant endeavors have been undertaken to mitigate the issues arising from electromagnetic interference (EMI) pollution through the development of materials that possess efficient electromagnetic wave attenuation and EMI shielding properties. 3−7 In order to address these issues, it is of utmost important to focus on the development of EMI shielding materials that possess characteristics such as lightweight composition, high electrical conductivity, resistance to corrosion, and superior performance.…”

Polarization-induced magnetoelectric effect in Fe3Ga/HfO2/Fe3Ga heterojunction

“…[16][17][18][19] To obtain the ME effect at room temperature, multiferroic composite materials composed of ferroelectric and ferromagnetic constituents can achieve stronger ME coupling at room temperature, 20,21) and have been reported widely, such as BiFeO 3 /CoFe 2 O 4 , 22) which is mediated by strain at the interface between ferroelectric and ferromagnetic layers. However, the interface strain impacts the reliability of ME devices and even leads to fatigue and fracture of multiferroic composites, 23,24) which requires an alternative pathway to achieve ME coupling.…”