Piezoelectric Actuators

Kenji Uchino

Kenji Uchino

The Pennsylvania State University, International Center for Actuators and Transducers, Materials Research Institute, University Park, Pennsylvania

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First published: 14 April 2006
Citations: 2

Abstract

Piezoelectric actuators/sensors have been commercialized in various smart structures and systems such as precision positioners, adaptive mechanical dampers, and miniature ultrasonic motors. This article reviews the recent developments of piezoelectric actuators in terms of actuator materials, device designs, drive/control techniques, modeling, and applications.

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