Magneto-induced deformation and wave absorption characteristics of magnetically responsive bimaterial layered structures

Magnetorheological elastomers (MREs) are advanced smart materials composed of magnetosensitive particles embedded in a flexible matrix, where the particle distribution and properties significantly influence their mechanical and electromagnetic behaviors. In this study, layered MRE samples with alter...

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Main Authors: Yongyang Ji, Wenheng Han, Yonggang Zhao, Wei Gao
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Language:English
Published: IOP Publishing 2025-01-01
Series:Materials Research Express
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591/adfad3
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description Magnetorheological elastomers (MREs) are advanced smart materials composed of magnetosensitive particles embedded in a flexible matrix, where the particle distribution and properties significantly influence their mechanical and electromagnetic behaviors. In this study, layered MRE samples with alternating soft and hard magnetic particle layers were fabricated using 3D printing and subjected to a comprehensive investigation of their deformation and electromagnetic absorption characteristics. Experimental tests and finite element simulations revealed that the deformation capacity of MREs is primarily governed by the arrangement of soft and hard magnetic layers. This reflects a complex interplay among the material’s Young’s modulus, the magnitude and direction of the applied magnetic field, and the orientation of remanent magnetization. Notably, the compression modulus does not always increase with field strength; when the remanent magnetization opposes the magnetic field, the modulus decreases as the field intensifies. Furthermore, the electromagnetic wave absorption properties of the MREs were found to improve with higher percentages of soft magnetic materials, with the SHS-type materials demonstrating enhanced absorption bandwidth and peak absorption values. These results offer critical insights for optimizing the design and performance of MREs in applications requiring tunable mechanical and electromagnetic properties.
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spelling doaj-art-29a179fe6495458cb69e96d0c21a184a2025-08-22T04:20:44ZengIOP PublishingMaterials Research Express2053-15912025-01-0112808610110.1088/2053-1591/adfad3Magneto-induced deformation and wave absorption characteristics of magnetically responsive bimaterial layered structuresYongyang Ji0Wenheng Han1https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2968-6280Yonggang Zhao2Wei Gao3https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2248-5331School of Science, Lanzhou University of Technology , Lanzhou 730050, People’s Republic of ChinaKey Lab. Mechanics on Western Disaster and Environment, MoE, College of Civil Engineering and Mechanic, Lanzhou University , Lanzhou 730000, People’s Republic of ChinaSchool of Science, Lanzhou University of Technology , Lanzhou 730050, People’s Republic of ChinaSchool of Science, Lanzhou University of Technology , Lanzhou 730050, People’s Republic of ChinaMagnetorheological elastomers (MREs) are advanced smart materials composed of magnetosensitive particles embedded in a flexible matrix, where the particle distribution and properties significantly influence their mechanical and electromagnetic behaviors. In this study, layered MRE samples with alternating soft and hard magnetic particle layers were fabricated using 3D printing and subjected to a comprehensive investigation of their deformation and electromagnetic absorption characteristics. Experimental tests and finite element simulations revealed that the deformation capacity of MREs is primarily governed by the arrangement of soft and hard magnetic layers. This reflects a complex interplay among the material’s Young’s modulus, the magnitude and direction of the applied magnetic field, and the orientation of remanent magnetization. Notably, the compression modulus does not always increase with field strength; when the remanent magnetization opposes the magnetic field, the modulus decreases as the field intensifies. Furthermore, the electromagnetic wave absorption properties of the MREs were found to improve with higher percentages of soft magnetic materials, with the SHS-type materials demonstrating enhanced absorption bandwidth and peak absorption values. These results offer critical insights for optimizing the design and performance of MREs in applications requiring tunable mechanical and electromagnetic properties.https://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591/adfad3magnetorheological elastomer (MRE)magneto-induced deformationwave absorption propertybimaterial layered structures
spellingShingle Yongyang Ji
Wenheng Han
Yonggang Zhao
Wei Gao
Magneto-induced deformation and wave absorption characteristics of magnetically responsive bimaterial layered structures
Materials Research Express
magnetorheological elastomer (MRE)
magneto-induced deformation
wave absorption property
bimaterial layered structures
title Magneto-induced deformation and wave absorption characteristics of magnetically responsive bimaterial layered structures
title_full Magneto-induced deformation and wave absorption characteristics of magnetically responsive bimaterial layered structures
title_fullStr Magneto-induced deformation and wave absorption characteristics of magnetically responsive bimaterial layered structures
title_full_unstemmed Magneto-induced deformation and wave absorption characteristics of magnetically responsive bimaterial layered structures
title_short Magneto-induced deformation and wave absorption characteristics of magnetically responsive bimaterial layered structures
title_sort magneto induced deformation and wave absorption characteristics of magnetically responsive bimaterial layered structures
topic magnetorheological elastomer (MRE)
magneto-induced deformation
wave absorption property
bimaterial layered structures
url https://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591/adfad3
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