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Scientists reveal new diamond insight
A recent study has revealed an unexpected trait of diamonds beyond their traditional use in jewelry and their hardness: their ability to generate electrical voltage when subjected to mechanical deformation (a property known as piezoelectricity). A team from Hong Kong University successfully fabricated thin diamond films composed of a microscopic crystalline structure that produce measurable electrical responses when bent or deformed. Although the amount of electricity generated is small, this discovery opens the door for using diamond films in designing tiny sensors and systems that harvest energy from vibrations or pressure. Potential applications include medical devices and microelectronics, which could transform the way we view diamonds—from merely precious stones to active components in electronic technology and energy harvesting systems.
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