The property exhibited by some asymmetrical crystalline materials that, when subjected to strain in suitable directions, develop polarization proportional to the strain
Electrical polarization produced by certain classes of crystals when the crystal is mechanically stressed.
electricity produced by mechanical pressure on certain crystals (notably quartz or Rochelle salt); alternatively, electrostatic stress produces a change in the linear dimensions of the crystal
Electricity or polarity that is a result of pressure, especially in crystals
The ability of certain crystals to produce a voltage when subjected to mechanical stress. The word is derived from the Greek piezein, which means to squeeze or press.
Electricity resulting from the application of mechanical pressure on a dielectric (a substance with a steady electric field) crystal, for example quartz.
Electric energy produced by mechanical stress on a non-conducting crystal.
The generation of an electric field by the pressure applied to a material. Conversely, an applied electric field will deform a piezoelectric material.
Piezoelectricity is the ability of crystals and certain ceramic materials to generate a voltage in response to applied mechanical stress. Piezoelectricity was discovered by Pierre Curie and the word is derived from the Greek piezein, which means to squeeze or press. The piezoelectric effect is reversible in that piezoelectric crystals, when subjected to an externally applied voltage, can change shape by a small amount.