How can a QuickPack actuator be used?
• Strain actuator – The QuickPack device is bonded to the surface of a structure, and expands and contracts in the planar direction in response to drive voltage. This imparts strain on the surface of the structure, causing the structure to bend or flex. • Bimorph actuator – In this configuration, the actuator has two flat, thin layers permanently bonded together and wired “out-of-phase.” When one layer expands, the other layer contracts, causing the actuator to bend, much like a bi-metal strip. For more information, click here and see Tech Note 2 These two types of piezoelectric actuators can be used in a variety of applications. Mide’s core application area is active vibration control of structures in precision machinery.
