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. —

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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1831, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of magnetoelectric was in 1831

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“Magnetoelectric.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magnetoelectric. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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