Georgia: The Rise and Impact of Rare-Earth Permanent Magnets
The Rise and Impact of Rare-Earth Permanent Magnets
Buch
- tredition, 06/2024
- Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert, Paperback
- Sprache: Englisch
- ISBN-13: 9783384245915
- Bestellnummer: 11884498
- Umfang: 108 Seiten
- Gewicht: 197 g
- Maße: 234 x 155 mm
- Stärke: 8 mm
- Erscheinungstermin: 1.6.2024
Achtung: Artikel ist nicht in deutscher Sprache!
Klappentext
Permanent magnets, with their unwavering grip on progress, have transformed technology. "The Rise and Impact of Rare-Earth Permanent Magnets" explores the journey of these powerful tools, highlighting their rise from obscurity to dominance.Imagine a world without the compact size and efficiency of modern electronics. This reality almost existed until the discovery of powerful permanent magnets. Early innovations like Alnico magnets, developed in the 1930s, were a significant step forward, but lacked the strength for many applications.
The discovery of rare-earth elements in the late 19th century offered a glimmer of hope. Scientists recognized their exceptional magnetic properties, particularly neodymium. However, separating and utilizing these elements remained a challenge.
By the 1970s and 1980s, researchers cracked the code, developing techniques to produce high-quality neodymium magnets. These magnets boasted:
Unmatched Strength: Neodymium magnets offered significantly higher magnetic force compared to Alnico, enabling miniaturization and efficiency gains across diverse technologies.
Widespread Applications: From loudspeakers and computer hard drives to electric motors in wind turbines and electric vehicles, neodymium magnets found application in almost every sector.
This rise of rare-earth magnets revolutionized permanent magnet technology. Today, they are ubiquitous, powering a vast array of devices and contributing to advancements in clean energy technology.
However, challenges remain. Supply chain concerns and the environmental impact of rare-earth element mining necessitate responsible sourcing and sustainable practices. Despite these hurdles, the future of permanent magnets remains bright, as researchers explore alternative materials and production methods for a sustainable future.
Biografie
Georgia wurde 1965 geboren und ist in Hamburg aufgewachsen. Sie studierte dort fünf Jahre an der Fachhochschule für Gestaltung und machte ihr Diplom als Designerin. Sie ist heute Redakteurin.Anmerkungen:
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