Modeling and Simulation of THUNDER Actuators Using ANSYS Finite Element Analysis
Authors:
C. Kennedy, T. Usher, J. Mulling and A. Kingon
Affilation:
Think Peak, Inc., Germany
Pages:
330 - 333
Keywords:
finite element methods, rectangular THUNDER, piezoceramic
Abstract:
The use of a quarter-symmetry three-dimensional finite element analysis model in predicting the behavior of the laminated piezoceramic material device known as THUNDER actuators is investigated. The analyses simulating the fabrication process and subsequ
