This simple STM setup utilises a piezoelectric actuator constructed by deliberately cutting a piezo speaker into four quadrants. With individual drive wires attached to the four quadrants.

a Π shape piezoelectric stack actuator (PISA) was designed. One piezoelectric stack and a Π shape metal pedestal were assembled together by a screw to build a PISA. Formula for calculating the ...

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Abstract: The accurate modeling of the piezoelectric actuator is fundamental to guarantee the rapidity and accuracy of positioning control for micro-nano manipulation. Nevertheless, the high-accuracy ...

Engineers have designed a tiny, low-weight and cordless robot that can act independently and with ultra-high precision in all ...

Conventional batteries for micro drones are too large and heavy. A solid-state battery, cell switching technology and ...

Fluidic elastomer actuators (FEAs) are pressurized tubes or membranes that can be easily rearranged into complex mechanical ...

Engineered for extreme conditions, the HB-3 robot excels in micro-scale manipulation, addressing critical needs in scientific ...

BURLINGAME, Calif., Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Piezo Direct, a global leader in custom piezoelectric components, proudly announces the launch of one of the world's first lead-free piezo atomizers.