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» VIEW ALL POSTS Sep 5 2012   6:42PM GMT

Piezoelectricity definition



Posted by: Margaret Rouse
Technology
“Just imagine if all sidewalks, paths, corridors and floor spaces were constructed of piezoelectric tiles. This trending technology could be the key to helping CIOs run an energy-efficient and sustainable business. For example, the energy created from swivel chairs constantly rolling across piezoelectric tiles could operate low-power applications in offices. On a grand scale, a CIO could run an entire energy-savings system from the foot traffic of company employees.” – Wendy Schuchart

Today’s WhatIs.com Word of the Day is piezoelectricity.  It’s the ability of certain materials to generate an AC (alternating current) voltage when subjected to mechanical stress or vibration.

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