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The article focuses on the increasing demand for lead-free piezoceramic systems and textured ceramics, highlighting the historical development of piezoelectric ceramics and their broad applications in various industries, while emphasizing the need for lead-free alternatives and the growth in the lead-free piezoceramic market.

The article focuses on Brute-force engineering has taken humans to the deepest known part of the ocean. It mentions Raman spectrometers are used to gather data about the chemical composition of objects on the ocean floor and lead zirconium titanate, a piezoelectric ceramic used in transducers and sensors. It also mentions deep-sea activities carried out by the oil and gas industries such as seals and valves based on fluoroelastomers.

The article discusses in situ X-ray characterization of piezoelectric ceramic thin films. It notes that X-ray scattering-based characterization techniques address the challenges posed by the atomic origins of piezoelectricity. It explores how X-ray diffractometry techniques give insight into the piezoelectricity of ceramics and epitaxial oxides. It looks into the role of the precision and high resolution of in situ diffractometry probes in studying electromechanical materials in new regimes.

The article discusses the combination of ceramics and piezoelectric elements to improve electronic design and function. An overview of the discovery of piezoelectric effect is given, including the use of piezoelectric material by scientists to produce a mechanical oscillation as well as the development of the quartz-crystal frequency-control element for radio transmitter by William Cady. It also describes several piezoelectric components including bandpass ceramic filters, ceramic resonators and lead zirconate titanate (PZT) ceramic buzzers.

The article presents information on microwave laminates. The microwave industry has been using these laminates in more or less 50 years. These laminates are derived from polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) resin and other form of filler. In addition, ceramic materials, particularly the alumina, are also used for microwave applications. PTFE, one of the components of the microwave laminates, features superior electrical properties. However, its mechanics and temperature are not stable. Moreover, the microwave laminates are used for radar sensors in cars.

The article offers information on piezoelectricity which is considered as the charge in solid materials in effect to the applied mechanical stress. The three basic classes of piezoelectric materials which are used in microfabrication are presented which are the natural piezoelectric substrates, piezoelectric ceramics and polymer-film piezoelectrics. Also mentioned are the features of each class.

Features the piezoceramic (PZT) transformer which presents an approach suited to cold-cathode fluorescent lamp-backlight inverters. Inverter problems associated with magnetic technology; Difference of the PZT transformer from a magnetic transformer; Benefits of the PZT transformer.

Reports on piezoelectric ceramic materials' development for vibration damping, noise attenuation and device actuation in skis, cars and submarines. Details of the Smart Ski; Federal support for smart materials; Requirements for making structures that can adapt to changing conditions.

The article discusses a plenary talk by Jürgen Rödel, professor of materials and geoscience at Technische Universität, Germany on lead-free piezoceramics. It cites a global search to replace lead-containing compounds like lead zirconate titantate (PZT) and lead lanthanum zirconate titanate (PLZT). He stated there is no simple replacement of PZT but potential replacements in separate market segments. He suggests for scientists to focus on materials for specific applications.

Focuses on the growing demand for piezoelectric ceramics. Types of piezoelectric ceramics; Applications of piezoelectric ceramics; Barriers to entering the piezoelectric ceramic business; Competition among companies producing piezoelectric ceramic elements worldwide.

The article offers news briefs on research studies, with topics including testing of concrete stress using light, development of transparent aluminum production technology and the discovery of piezoelectric properties of barium calcium zirconate titanate (BCZT).

The article reports that global market for piezoelectric devices estimated growth in 2019 and projected to expand at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) through the next five years. Topics include General good market growth of industry sectors in which these materials find application; and providing better piezoelectric properties.

The article discusses efforts that are important to the American Ceramic Society (ACerS) and President's Council of Student Advisors (PCSA) related to ceramic engineering and science. The article talks about sustainable, fatigue-resistant, lead-free piezoceramics to educational outreach for upcoming ceramists. Also discussed is student competitions, development of educational tools and aim of PCSA to engage students to become active leaders of the ACerS community.

The article discusses the development of next-generation implantable biomedical sensor which uses ultrasound to wirelessly communicate within the body and monitor the electrical activity of nerves and muscles.

The article discusses research at Pennsylvania State University and Solid State Ceramics Inc. in University Park aimed at investigating how to substantially lower process temperatures for a typical hard-PZT (piezoelectric materials) composition by developing modified hard-PZT piezoceramic compositions with low sintering temperatures. Findings show that by using less-expensive electrode materials, it is possible to reduce the cost of piezoelectric transformers.

The article provides information on the Heart-Surfing Ceramics, a nano-scale piezoelectric device developed by the Frederick Seitz Materials Research, used for extending the life of pacemakers, and a nano skin developed by the Intelligent Human-Machine Systems Lab.

The article reports on the piezoelectric and pedestrian powered tiles that are being designed by researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology for the plaza at the Visitor Complex of Kennedy Space Center of National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA) located in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Topics mentioned include the use of ceramic and solar panels, the human footstep that will trigger the system, and the application on roadways.

The article offers several tips to be considered by medical device manufacturers specially dealing with piezoceramic components, which they need to inform their suppliers in the U.S. It informs that the Piezoceramic manufacturers should emphasis on the application of the high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) to detect hyperthermia, performance of the environment of use and appropriate employment of high or low acoustic coupling.

The article reports that a team of researchers from the Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts is developing a completely nonmetallic surgical robot that can work on patients lying in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines. Topics discussed include the emission of powerful magnetic fields by MRI machines and the ability of the robot to position a high-energy ultrasound probe accurately at a tumor site. The robot's use of piezoelectric ceramics is mentioned.

The article evaluates the piezoelectric ceramics called Piezo Protection Advantage from Mide.

The author reflects on his career in environmental engineering and his aim to contribute to environmental health. He discusses his interest in thin-film electronic ceramics research, his research project on lead-free piezoelectric thin films, the importance of piezoelectric materials to electronic devices, and the environmental issues of lead.

Provides information on piezoceramic motors used for motion-control systems. Obstacles that prevented piezoceramic motors from being accepted initially; Principle of operation; Drawbacks of piezoceramic motors; Design of the piezoceramic motors; Benefits.

Features the use of miniature vibrating cantilever beams made of piezoceramic as a vibrating alert in alarms. Production of motion by receiving electric potential across polarized surfaces; Conversion of energy into mechanical motion; Research on the improvement of vibration performance.

Focuses on the piezoelectric gyroscope. Gyro as comprising of a number of piezoelectric ceramic elements fitted to a metallic bar of Elinvar, a nickel-chromium steel alloy; Design by Murata Ltd. of Great Britain; Gyroscope bar as becoming cylindrical; Degree of oscillation; Polarization of pickup and excitation ceramics; More.

The article profiles the piezoceramic audible components manufacturing company Sonitron, headquartered in Belgium.

The article features several notable people in the ceramic industry and their lectures to be held in the U.S. in 2014. Topics discussed include the work experience and educational background of Electrical Technologies and Systems chief scientist James Bray, Technische Universität Darmstadt professor Jürgen Rödel, and United Technologies Corp. research fellow Joseph V. Mantese. Also mentioned are electronic materials, electrical materials, and piezoceramics.

The article offers news briefs related to research on applied ceramic technology. A study by Japanese researchers suggests that their hybrid surface reinforcement can be used to manage the existence of surface cracks in structural ceramics. French researchers conduct a study that evaluate the effects of spark plasma sintering parameters on the physical and optical properties of polycrystalline alumina. Chinese researchers examine the ternary system of lead-free piezoelectric ceramics.

The article reports on the claims of researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute in Germany that structures will soon get their own nervous systems. Researchers will use the ultrasound wave patterns to detect structural flaws by applying ceramic piezoelectric-fibre sensors to structures such as resources pipelines, wind turbines and bridges. The goal of the Structured Health Monitoring programme at the Fraunhofer Institute for Structural Durability and System Reliability is to supplement current maintenance efforts by detecting flaws.

The article focuses on the features and function of piezoelectric ceramic servo motors from Nanomotion Inc., which are going into magnetic-resonance imaging-guided medical devices. The company's president Alan Feinstein asserts that the patented technology uses dual-mode excitation electronics to produce bending and longitudinal strains in piezoceramic crystal simultaneously. Furthermore, the ceramic servo motors have used to drive a new robot arm, which help doctors perform neurosurgery.

The article reports on the industrial implications of piezoelectric ceramic actuators. The motors are specially suitable for implantable drug pumps that risk being jumbled by magnetic resonance imaging because the motor moves without any magnetics, according to David Henderson, president of New Scale Technologies Inc. Henderson further noted that piezoelectric motors are considered key motors for the cell cam market.

Highlights the corporate environmental achievement award for the reactive-templated grain growth method, a novel fabrication process by Toyota Central Research &Development Laboratories Inc. for lead-free piezoelectric ceramics. Details on the use of a simple perovskite-type structure; Enhancement of electromechanical performance; Improvement in the piezoelectric properties.

Focuses on Piezo Technologies' "Piezo Materials," a publication about piezoceramic ultrasonic sensor and imaging solutions for variety of applications in the United States.

Reports on the development of a motor made of piezoelectric ceramic by Gary Koopmann, a mechanical engineering professor at Pennsylvania State University. Description of the initial stage of their experiment; Functionality of the motor.

Reports developments in the ceramics industry as February 2001. Development of a process for the production of high-performance superconducting tape; Applications of the PZT piezoelectric ceramic composition with thermal stability; Technique for direct determination of three-dimensional mesoporous structures.

Explores how Nancy Scottos, a professor of theoretical and applied mechanics at the University of Illinois in Urbana has developed a way to relieve residual stress in piezoelectric ceramic thin films. Causes of residual stress; Impact of relieving the stress on the film's piezoelectric response.

Focuses on how an airplane wing cross section with piezoceramic or shape-memory actuators could adjust to different flight conditions. Applications where the shape-change-on-demand concept works.

Provides information on the Nanomotion piezoceramic motor used for vacuum application typical in robotic, semiconductor, disk drive and biomedical equipment. Weight and measurement of the Nanomotion; Where it is suitable; How it works.

Reports on the development of a vibration absorber from piezoceramics by engineers from Pennsylvania State University in University Park and the AVC Instrumentation Division of PCB Piezotronics Inc. in Depew, New York. Tuning of the absorber to control frequencies emitted by noise and vibration sources; Development of an absorber based on a thin disk of piezoelectric ceramic.

Announces that a linear motor using piezoceramic actuation instead of electromagnetic force was developed by engineers at Anorad Corp. of Hauppauge, New York. Suitability for both open and closed control; Usefulness in vacuum and clean-room environments; Potential applications.