A new research area utilizing piezo-multilayer stacks is the design of Piezo Impactors/Accelerators that are used for shock and impact generation. Such systems can replace conventional shock or vibration assisted processes when there are benefits to using highly controllable piezo pulses. At this time, research is underway which includes; medical applications, shock assisted joining in precision manufacturing, calibration of automotive shock sensors and the quantitative calibration of accelerometers. All such projects are of a custom nature and require custom designed PIA systems. Contact APCI to communicate your interest, discuss your application and explore potential.

• Compact designs
  
• Pulse shaping by electrical means
  
• Reproducible pulse profile
  
• Precision pulse timing
  
• Repetition rate up to hundreds of Hertz
• Strokes up to 100 microns
• Forces up to 20,000 Newtons (static blocking)
  

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