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Characterization of Full Set Material Constants and Their Temperature Dependence for Piezoelectric Materials Using Resonant Ultrasound Spectroscopy
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2016
This protocol describes the procedure of measuring the temperature dependence of the full set material constants of piezoelectric materials using resonant ultrasound spectroscopy (RUS).
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Preparation of ZnO Nanorod/Graphene/ZnO Nanorod Epitaxial Double Heterostructure for Piezoelectrical Nanogenerator by Using Preheating Hydrothermal
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2016
One-step fabrication method for obtaining freestanding epitaxial double heterostructure is presented. This approach could achieve ZnO coverage with a higher number density than that of the epitaxial single heterostructure, leading to a piezoelectric nanogenerator with an increased output electrical performance.
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Fabrication and Characterization of Thickness Mode Piezoelectric Devices for Atomization and Acoustofluidics
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2020
Fabrication of piezoelectric thickness mode transducers via direct current sputtering of plate electrodes on lithium niobate is described. Additionally, reliable operation is achieved with a transducer holder and fluid supply system and characterization is demonstrated via impedance analysis, laser doppler vibrometry, high-speed imaging, and droplet size distribution using laser scattering.
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Experiments on Ultrasonic Lubrication Using a Piezoelectrically-assisted Tribometer and Optical Profilometer
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2015
We present a protocol for using a piezoelectrically-assisted tribometer and optical profilometer to investigate the dependence of ultrasonic wear and friction reduction on linear velocity, contact pressure, and surface properties.
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Stages of Sleep
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2024
Sleep progresses through distinct stages, each characterized by specific brain wave patterns and physiological responses ranging from wakefulness to stages of non-rapid eye movement, known as non-REM, to rapid eye movement, referred to as REM. Understanding these stages helps in recognizing how sleep supports various bodily and cognitive functions. Before sleep begins, in wakefulness, the brain exhibits primarily beta waves, which are high in frequency and low in amplitude, indicating alertness...
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Voltage applied to a piezoelectric ceramic produces a small expansion or contraction through the inverse piezoelectric effect. The stage coordinates these deformations with actuators so motion occurs along one or more axes. Because the deformation responds directly to electrical input, the resulting movement can be rapid, repeatable, and suitable for experiments requiring tightly controlled spatial positioning.
Coordinated actuators allow the mounted sample or instrument to move in a controlled direction, or across multiple axes, rather than relying on uncontrolled mechanical adjustment. This supports accurate repositioning during high-resolution microscopy and helps maintain consistent spatial relationships between the specimen and imaging system. Such control is useful when tracking changing cellular or tissue structures.
Nanometer-scale positioning enables fine adjustments of sample or instrument location, while fast response supports timely movement during observations of dynamic events. Together, these properties can improve image registration, meaning the alignment of images collected at different positions or times, and can reduce mechanical disturbance. The result is better support for quantitative analysis of morphogenesis and cell behavior.
A typical workflow begins by mounting the sample or instrument on the stage, then applying controlled voltage to produce the required movement. Actuators are coordinated along the needed axis or axes, after which imaging or manipulation is performed at the selected position. Repeated positioning can support high-resolution observation, embryo or tissue manipulation, or automated acquisition of dynamic events.
Researchers would use it when an experiment depends on accurate spatial and temporal control during microscopy, embryo or tissue manipulation, or automated imaging. The stage is especially relevant when developmental processes must be followed as cellular organization changes over time. Its controlled movement helps connect precise image acquisition or manipulation with studies of morphogenesis and cell behavior.
In embryo and tissue studies, the stage can support precise repositioning for high-resolution microscopy and controlled manipulation of the specimen or instrument. During automated imaging, repeatable movement helps collect observations from changing developmental structures. These capabilities can improve image registration, reduce mechanical disturbance, and enable quantitative examination of morphogenesis and cellular behavior.