Piezo Haptics Blog
Tech enthusiasts worldwide anticipate the annual changes companies like Windows and Apple announce regarding their latest generations of gadgets. Recently, one area of the computer that's drawn much attention is the trackpad. For a long time, computers operated with mechanical...
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The piezoelectric effect happens when specific elements release electric energy as they undergo mechanical stress. The discovery of piezo elements back in 1880 ushered in revolutionary new theories regarding how to power applications. Now, from scientific equipment to consumer electronics, piezoelectricity...
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In 1880, brothers Jacques and Pierre Curie discovered piezoelectricity. The name "piezoelectricity" is derived from the Greek verb "piezein," which translates into "to squeeze or to press." It's called this because the Curie brothers found that certain materials, when put...
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Three haptic actuator types have been used in haptic applications to provide tactile feedback: eccentric rotating mass actuators (ERM), linear resonant actuators (LRA), and piezoelectric actuators. ERMs were famous once due to their low cost. But LRA replaced them by...
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In 2020, haptic-based trackpads were introduced, making mechanical pads a thing of the past. Haptics is a high-end, new technology that improves user experience by stimulating the sense of touch and giving tactile feedback. This technology uses vibrations to mimic...
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