Ferroelectric Devices, Hardcover by Uchino, Kenji, ISBN 1439803757, ISBN-13 9781439803752, Like New Used, Free shipping in the US

The second edition of this text for graduate and advanced undergraduates reviews research, developments, and obstacles in the commercialization of ferroelectricity over the past ten years, reflecting recent work in nano and optical technologies, environmental regulation, and alternative energy sources. The text offers theoretical and coverage of materials, device design, and manufacture, including single-crystal and thin-film processes. Applications discussed include ferroelectric memory devices, ultrasonic motors, and acoustic transducers. This second edition contains new material on Pb-free piezoelectrics, electrocaloric devices, and piezoelectric energy harvesting. In addition to chapter summaries and problems, this edition contains new FAQs, lab demonstrations, and quizzes. The text can also be used as a reference for industrial engineers. Uchino is affiliated with The Pennsylvania State University. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR ()