Abstract
Photostrictive materials, exhibiting light-induced strains, are of interest for future generation wireless remote control photo-actuators, micro-actuators, and micro-sensors applications. (Pb, La)(Zr, Ti) O3 (PLZT) ceramics doped with WO3 exhibit large photostriction under uniform illumination of near-ultraviolet light. Using a bimorph configuration, a photo-driven relay and a micro walking device have been demonstrated. However, for the fabrication of these devices, higher response speed must be achieved. The present paper reviews a new theoretical model for photovoltaic effect first, then enhanced performance through sample thickness and surface characteristics, finally its potential future applications.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 147-158 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Ferroelectrics |
Volume | 258 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 1 2001 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Condensed Matter Physics