Nontraditional Granular Magnetoresistive Devices: A Short Review

Key Points

• The review aims to summarize the advancements in nontraditional granular magnetoresistive devices over the last decade.
• Conducted a literature review of recent developments in magnetoresistive sensors
• Focused on comparisons between traditional thin-film sensors and newer granular designs
• Assessed the implications of mechanical rigidity on sensor performance
• Highlighted significant improvements in sensitivity of nontraditional devices
• Described increased flexibility and functionality in granular designs compared to rigid traditional sensors
• Confirmed that advancements have broadened potential applications for magnetoresistive sensors