Piezoelectric and Ultrasonic Technology

Our research group can rely on long-term experience in the realisation of research projects. Due to our experiences we are covering a wide spectrum of research topics in great depth, we can offer you outstanding expertise and competence in our specific field of research. As one of our trademarks, we are combining profound theory with application-oriented practice which is running like a golden thread through all of our research topics:

• Dynamics of resonant structures
• High-power ultrasonic technology
• Piezoelectric drives
• Driving and control concepts
• Energy harvesting with piezoelectric transducers
• Piezoelectric actuators and sensors

In our systematic way of working, we are always looking at the (mainly mechatronic) systems in their entirety, considering interactions between domains and focusing on functionality. Supported by our profound experience, we can always follow the most efficient approach without losing track of the essential.

In those cases, where commercial software is insufficient for system calculation, our research group is developing its own software programs. During the last years, several calculation programs for vibration systems have been developed, especially adapted to the specific requirements of piezoelectric and ultrasonic systems.

Control and power electronics can also be designed and developed as tailor-made solutions for specific applications. In this way, various resonance controls and power amplifiers have been developed in the past.