frustrated magnets
Frustrated magnets are a unique phenomenon that occurs when two magnetic materials are placed in close proximity but cannot align their magnetic fields in a stable way. This happens when the shapes of the magnets or their arrangement prevent them from reaching a state of minimum energy, leading to a complex interaction. As a result, the magnets exhibit unusual behaviors, such as remaining in a disordered state.
These magnets are often studied in the field of condensed matter physics, as they can help researchers understand complex systems and phenomena like quantum mechanics and spin liquids. Frustrated magnets have potential applications in developing new materials and technologies, including quantum computing and advanced magnetic storage devices.