Diamond Membranes Found to Generate Electricity via Piezoelectric Effect

Researchers at the University of Hong Kong have discovered that ultrathin, flexible diamond membranes can produce electricity through mechanical deformation, exhibiting a strong piezoelectric effect. This unexpected finding overturns previous scientific assumptions about diamonds. The discovery could lead to new applications in diamond-powered sensors, miniature energy systems, and biocompatible medical implants, leveraging diamond's unique properties.