storage, history An early storage device that used tensioned
wires of nickel alloy carrying longitudinal waves produced and
detected electromagnetically.
[H. Epstein and O.B. Stram, "A High Performance
Magnetostriction-Sonic Delay Line," Transactions, Institute of
Radio Engineers, Professional Group on Ultrasonic Engineering,
1957, pp. 1-24].
(2002-11-08)