An Introduction to the Theory of Piezoelectricity

Description

This textbook introduces theoretical piezoelectricity. The second edition updates a classical, seminal reference on a fundamental topic that is addressed in every materials science curriculum. It presents a concise treatment of the basic theoretical aspects of continuum modeling of electroelastic interactions in solids. The general nonlinear theory for large deformations and strong fields is established and specialized to the linear theory for small deformations and weak fields, i.e., the theory of piezoelectricity. Relatively simple and useful solutions of many static and dynamic problems of piezoelectricity that are useful in device applications are given. Emphasis is on the formulation of solutions to problems rather than advanced mathematical solution techniques. This book includes many examples to assist and enhance students’ understanding of piezoelectricity and piezoelastics. Front Matter ....Pages i-ix Nonlinear Theory of Electroelasticity (Jiashi Yang)....Pages 1-51 Linear Theory of Piezoelectricity (Jiashi Yang)....Pages 53-79 Static Problems (Jiashi Yang)....Pages 81-111 Waves in Unbounded Regions (Jiashi Yang)....Pages 113-155 Vibrations of Finite Bodies (Jiashi Yang)....Pages 157-192 Linear Theory for Small Fields on a Finite Bias (Jiashi Yang)....Pages 193-205 Other Effects (Jiashi Yang)....Pages 207-235 Piezoelectric Devices (Jiashi Yang)....Pages 237-267 Back Matter ....Pages 269-287