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pi·e·zo·e·lec·tric·i·ty

 (pē-ā′zō-ĭ-lĕk-trĭs′ĭ-tē, pī-ē′-)
n.
The generation of electricity or of electric polarity in dielectric crystals subjected to mechanical stress, or the generation of stress in such crystals subjected to an applied voltage.
pi·e′zo·e·lec′tric, pi·e′zo·e·lec′tri·cal adj.
pi·e′zo·e·lec′tri·cal·ly adv.
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piezoelectric

(paɪˌiːzəʊɪˈlɛktrɪk)
adj
(General Physics) physics relating to or involving the production of electricity or electric polarity by applying a mechanical stress
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Adj.1.piezoelectric - relating to or involving piezoelectricity; "piezoelectric plates"
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"Sound Absorption of a Flexible Micro-Perforated Panel Absorber Based on PVDF Piezoelectric Film." Applied Acoustics 88: 84-89.
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CTS is the leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance piezoelectric single crystals.
CTS Provides Broader Bandwidth with Piezoelectric Single Crystals
To overcome these problems, this study proposed using piezoelectric sensor to generate the wave power energy.
Wave Power Generation by Piezoelectric Sensor Attached to a Coastal Structure
Thanks to the piezoelectric effect, the specially designed rubber is able to convert mechanical movements into electrical charges.
Flexible Material Generates Electricity When Stressed
(NYSE: CTS) has acquired Denmark-based piezoelectric component manufacturer Noliac A/S to expand piezoelectric portfolio, the company said.
CTS Acquires Danish Piezoelectric Sensor, Component Manufacturer Noliac
Given that a piezoelectric material can convert mechanical vibration into electrical energy with a simple structure, piezoelectric energy harvesting is considered as a self-power source in wireless sensor network systems [12].
Integration of Geometrical and Material Nonlinear Energy Sink with Piezoelectric Material Energy Harvester
The global piezoelectric motor market is projected to register a moderate expansion over the forecast period during 2018 to 2027.
Application Preference from Machine Tools and General Automation Stimulating Sales of Piezoelectric
Summary: The global piezoelectric motor market is projected to register a moderate expansion over the forecast period during 2018 to 2027.
Application Preference from Machine Tools and General Automation Stimulating Sales of Piezoelectric
M2 PRESSWIRE-August 6, 2019-: Piezoelectric Devices Market 2019 Share, Growth, Industry Analysis, Downstream Applications, Development History, Segmentation with Upcoming Trends 2022
Piezoelectric Devices Market 2019 Share, Growth, Industry Analysis, Downstream Applications, Development History, Segmentation with Upcoming Trends 2022
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