Piezoelectric element

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[DEFINITION]
A functional element that uses piezoelectric material.

[DESCRIPTION]
Conventionally, the piezoelectric element is used as the oscillator for buzzer and speaker, ultrasonic generator, positioning device, acceleration sensor and so on. In the micromachine field, besides these applications, it is frequently used as an actuator.

[References]
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[Related Terms]
Actuator