perovskite
/ˈpɛrəvˌskaɪt/
Definition
A class of crystalline materials with a specific atomic structure that can be engineered for use as high-performance, low-loss dielectric films in electronic components.
Etymology
The term is named after the Russian mineralogist Lev Perovski, as the first mineral of this class was discovered in the Ural Mountains. It was later adopted in materials science to describe any compound that shares the same characteristic crystal lattice structure.
In the news
The article describes how researchers manipulated the atomic structure of perovskite thin films to create more efficient voltage-tunable capacitors. This breakthrough allowed the material to maintain its low-loss properties while achieving the necessary tunability for modern microwave electronics.
Deep physics, materials science enhance dielectrics, varactors
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