PZT Block 3D

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Active electrode area on PZT block

Model Description

Simple model of a 3D PZT block with electrodes on the top and bottom surface.

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Basic Model Schematic

Parametric Variables

The model allows the following design variables to be adjusted to control the size of the PZT block:

Parametric Variable

Description

Default Value

pzt_sideX

Dimension of PZT block in X

10 mm

pzt_sideZ

Dimension of PZT block in Z

5 mm

pzt_thk

Thickness of PZT block

2 mm

Outputs

Here are a list of the types of outputs to expect from this model:

  • Time Histories (XY Graphs)
    • Drive input signal
    • Voltage and charge on electrodes
  • Mode Shapes (Harmonic Analysis) of base design
    • 140 kHz
    • 280 kHz
    • 1 MHz

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Post Processor Outputs

Runtime Statistics

Model size

17424 elements

Solve Time

 96 s (2 CPU)

Core Hours

0.053

Memory Usage

66 MB

Recommended CPU Configuration

2 CPU

Files

The following input files are required to run this model, click here to download the input files:

Download: PZT Block