Researchers at Missouri University have developed a new material whose physical characteristics make it ideal for use in electronic devices. This has magnetic properties, and its structure is honeycomb.
The material could help address two important issues of modern electronics, namely energy consumption and heat management. Deepak K. Singh, Professor of Physics and Astronomy, explained:
"Semiconductor diodes and amplifiers, usually made of silicon or germanium, are basic building blocks of modern electronic devices. A diode normally goes in a given direction and, when the voltage is reversed, the current is interrupted. This alternation results in significant energy loss, or exhausts the power source, thus affecting battery life. By replacing the semiconductor with a magnetic system, we believe we will be able to create an energy-efficient device that will consume significantly less energy and have advanced capabilities. "
Researchers report specifically that, thanks to their pioneering technology, device autonomy "could be one hundred times larger".
In addition, scientists point out that the new material could improve the thermal behavior of subsystems of electronic devices such as processors and other integrated circuits.
The University of Missouri has already applied for a patent relating to the new material, while it is reported that efforts are already being made to develop its commercial realizations.
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