Finite element formulations and algorithms for coupled multiphysics analysis of 0-1 and 0-3 polarized PLZT actuators

Publisher:
IOS PRESS
Publication Type:
Journal Article
Citation:
International Journal of Applied Electromagnetics and Mechanics, 2015, 49, (4), pp. 513-530
Issue Date:
2015-12-23
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© 2015 - IOS Press and the authors. All rights reserved. The present paper derives a 3-D finite element formulation and an iterative algorithm for multiphysics analysis of coupled anomalous photovoltaic, photo-thermal and pyroelectric effects in PbLaZrTi (PLZT) ceramics. The distinction in the computation aspects of electrical potential, electrical field strength and electrical charge for 0-1 and 0-3 polarized PLZT wafers are discussed thoroughly. The element performance is improved by using an assumed natural strain approach and an enhanced assumed strain method. The transverse displacements of a bimorph 0-1 polarized PLZT actuator were predicted using the present finite element formulation and then verified with the existing analytical solution and experimental results. The static analysis of a cantilevered beam bonded with a 0-1 or 0-3 polarized PLZT actuators was also presented and compared with the theoretical solutions. The numerical simulations demonstrate that the present formulations and algorithm possess superior performance.
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