Piezoelectric Sensors and Actuators

The book "Piezoelectric Sensors and Actuators" offers a comprehensive introduction to the physical effects and fundamentals of piezoelectric sensors and actuators. It covers various piezoelectric materials, including quartz and polycrystalline ceramic materials, and describes different modeling approaches for accurately predicting the behavior of these devices. A particular focus is placed on piezoelectric ultrasonic transducers, presenting an optical approach that enables the quantitative determination of the resulting sound fields. Additionally, various application areas such as process measurement technology, ultrasonic imaging, piezoelectric positioning systems, and piezoelectric motors are discussed. The book is aimed at students as well as academic and industrial researchers and development engineers working in this field.