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Advances in Lead-Free Piezoelectric Materials

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Preparation technique and characterization method are critical aspects to a functional material. The preparation techniques strongly affect the electrical properties of a material. In this chapter, we pay much attention to several preparation techniques of lead-free piezoelectric materials including ceramic, nanostructure, thin film and single crystal. The influences of different preparation techniques on electrical properties and microstructure of a material are also addressed. In addition, various characterization methods on crystal structure, domain structure and electrical properties are also introduced.

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