When nearby materials steal energy

Journal Article (2026)
Author(s)

R. A. Norte (TU Delft - Mechanical Engineering)

G. J. Verbiest (TU Delft - Mechanical Engineering)

Research Group
Dynamics of Micro and Nano Systems
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https://doi.org/10.1038/s41567-026-03279-3 Final published version
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Publication Year
2026
Language
English
Research Group
Dynamics of Micro and Nano Systems
Journal title
Nature Physics
Issue number
9
Volume number
22
Pages (from-to)
1375-1376
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54
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Abstract

Integrating high-quality-factor mechanical resonators into devices brings them close to materials, which leads to losses. Systematic studies in dielectric environments reveal that dielectrics ‘steal’ energy through charge fluctuations.

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