The magnetic secret inside steel finally explainedDate: January 26, 2026
Source: University of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering
Summary:
For years, scientists noticed that magnetic fields could improve steel, but no one knew exactly why. New simulations reveal that magnetism changes how iron atoms behave, making it harder for carbon atoms to slip through the metal. This slows diffusion at the atomic level and alters steel’s internal structure. The insight could lead to more efficient, lower-energy ways to make stronger steel.
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Source:
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/01/260125083427.htm
