Background
Piezoelectric and magnetostrictive materials convert between mechanical and electrical (magnetic) energy, serving as core functional materials for sensors, actuators, and energy harvesters. The group focuses on practical applications in renewable energy and smart sensing.
Research
Functional Material Systems
- Piezoelectric ceramics: High-performance ceramics with improved electromechanical coupling and piezoelectric constants
- Magnetostrictive materials: Rare-earth–iron alloy magnetostrictive effects and applications
- Soft magnetic materials: Low-loss soft magnetic composites for high-frequency electronics
Energy Harvesting Applications
Renewable energy collection technologies based on the piezoelectric effect:
- ⚡ Power-generating shoes — converting human motion into electrical energy
- 🌀 Micro piezoelectric windmills — harvesting clean energy from gentle breezes
- 🌊 Ocean wave piezoelectric generators — harnessing wave mechanical energy
Applications
- Energy harvesting and self-powered sensing systems
- Precision actuation and smart actuators
- Ultrasonic transducers for non-destructive testing