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A single-element tuning fork piezoelectric linear actuator.

James R Friend1, Jun Satonobu, Kentaro Nakamura

  • 1Precision and Intelligence Laboratory, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Yokohama, Japan. jamesfriend@ieee.org

IEEE Transactions on Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics, and Frequency Control
|March 11, 2003
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This study presents a novel piezoelectric tuning-fork motor, a dual-mode actuator driven by a single signal. The innovative design achieves high performance, including speeds up to 16.5 cm/s and forces of 1.86 N.

Area of Science:

  • Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Physics

Background:

  • Piezoelectric actuators are crucial for micro-positioning systems.
  • Developing compact, efficient, and versatile actuators remains a key challenge in micro-robotics and precision engineering.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and characterize a novel piezoelectric tuning-fork, dual-mode motor.
  • To explore the use of a single multilayer piezoelectric element for combined tuning fork and shearing motion.
  • To validate the design through finite-element analysis and prototype testing.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized finite-element analysis for motor design optimization.
  • Selected appropriate materials for the piezoelectric element and actuator components.
  • Employed swaging for secure mounting of the piezoelectric element.

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  • Fabricated and tested 25-mm long bidirectional actuator prototypes.

    • Main Results:

    • Achieved a maximum linear no-load speed of 16.5 cm/s.
    • Demonstrated a maximum linear force of 1.86 N.
    • Attained a maximum efficiency of 18.9%.

    Conclusions:

    • The designed piezoelectric tuning-fork motor offers a compact and efficient solution for bidirectional actuation.
    • The dual-mode operation using a single piezoelectric element simplifies the drive system.
    • The achieved performance metrics validate the potential of this actuator design for various applications.