研究室紹介

Since the properties of materials are deeply related to nano-level microstructures, cutting-edge material development through the design of microstructures is attracting attention. In order to obtain the optimal microstructure, it is important not only to understand the basic structures but also to clarify the mechanisms of microstructure formation, such as phase transformation. For example, the magnetic properties of permanent magnets used in motors and electronic devices are greatly influenced by the size of the magnetic crystals and the distribution of non-magnetic regions, and the formation of the microstructure is deeply related to phase transformation during heat treatment.

In our laboratory, we conduct microstructural analysis of mainly ultra-strong magnetic materials using advanced electron microscopes, to clarify the relationship between material properties and microstructures, as well as the formation mechanisms, and to obtain guidelines for the development of higher performance materials.