“Piezoelectric-Based Vibration-control Systems: Applications in Micro/Nano Sensors and Actuators” covers: Fundamental concepts in smart (active) materials i

This book presents recent developments in vibration control systems that employ embedded piezoelectric sensors and actuators, reviewing ways in which active vib

The transformation of vibrations into electric energy through the use of piezoelectric devices is an exciting and rapidly developing area of research with a wid

The electromechanical coupling effect introduced by piezoelectric vibration energy harvesting (PVEH) presents serious modeling challenges. This book provides cl

Currently, many smart materials exhibit one or multifunctional capabilities that are being effectively exploited in various engineering applications, but these