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Characterizing Dissipative Elastic Metamaterials Produced by Additive Manufacturing
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Finite difference magnetoelastic simulator
Frederic Vanderveken1,2, Jeroen Mulkers3, Jonathan Leliaert3
1Imec, Leuven, 3001, Belgium.
Open Research Europe
|August 30, 2023
Summary
This study introduces a new module for MuMax3 software, enabling simulations of elasto-magneto-dynamical problems in magnetostrictive materials. This advancement facilitates research into coupled magnetization and displacement dynamics.
Area of Science:
- Computational physics
- Materials science
- Micromagnetics
Background:
- Micromagnetic simulations are crucial for understanding magnetic materials.
- Elasto-magnetic phenomena, involving coupled mechanical and magnetic properties, require advanced simulation tools.
- Existing software often lacks comprehensive capabilities for dynamic elasto-magnetic problems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To extend the MuMax3 micromagnetic simulation software.
- To enable numerical simulations of elasto-magneto-dynamical problems.
- To include direct and inverse magnetostriction effects in simulations.
Main Methods:
- Development of a new module for the MuMax3 finite difference simulation software.
- Implementation of algorithms to solve coupled elasto-magnetic equations.
- Integration of magnetization and displacement dynamics.
Main Results:
- Successful extension of MuMax3 to handle elasto-magneto-dynamical problems.
- Capability to simulate magnetization and displacement dynamics in magnetostrictive materials.
- Inclusion of both direct and inverse magnetostriction effects.
Conclusions:
- The magnetoelastic extension of MuMax3 provides a powerful tool for researchers.
- The new module facilitates the study of complex behaviors in magnetostrictive materials.
- The software extension is freely available, promoting wider accessibility and research.
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