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piezoelectric

American  
[pi-ay-zoh-i-lek-trik] / pɪˌeɪ zoʊ ɪˈlɛk trɪk /

adjective

  1. relating to or operating by piezoelectricity, electricity produced by means of the piezoelectric effect.


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Converters based on piezoelectric components could offer several advantages.

From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026

However, earlier versions of piezoelectric converters have had difficulty maintaining efficiency and delivering sufficient power when handling large voltage differences.

From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026

The Wuji hand has piezoelectric sensors, which convert pressure into an electrical charge, giving it a sense of touch.

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

STO is also piezoelectric, meaning it physically expands and contracts in response to electric fields.

From Science Daily • Nov. 9, 2025

First, they packed the piezoelectric transducers closer together, enabling them to provide wider coverage so they could better target smaller arteries such as the brachial and radial arteries, which are more clinically relevant.

From Science Daily • Nov. 20, 2024

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