The experimental set-up allows to store the measured data and the energy lo
sses per cycle are calculated. The experimental results are compared with t
he simulated ones obtained in the dynamic Preisach model. The influences of
the Bi2O3 content and of the excitation frequency on the magnetic properti
es are discussed; an optimum amount of impurities is found. (C) 1999 Elsevi
er Science B.V. All rights reserved.