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Definition of Piezo effect
1. Noun. Electricity produced by mechanical pressure on certain crystals (notably quartz or Rochelle salt); alternatively, electrostatic stress produces a change in the linear dimensions of the crystal.
Generic synonyms: Electricity
Derivative terms: Piezoelectric
Lexicographical Neighbors of Piezo Effect
Literary usage of Piezo effect
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Transactions of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers by American Institute of Electrical Engineers (1919)
"Since, with these composite crystals, a given force produces the greater piezo
effect when it is applied in such a way as to twist the crystal about its ..."
2. Engineering Instruments & Meters by Edgar A. Griffiths (1921)
"The future development of the high-speed indicator will probably be based upon
the use of electrical phenomenon, such as the piezo effect. ..."
3. Transactions (1919)
"Since, with these composite crystals, a given force produces the greater piezo
effect when it is applied in such a way as to twist the crystal about its ..."
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