The thinnest class in the world, with a thickness of about 035mm vibrating device.
Low voltage drive.
Instantaneous reaction. 
TDK Corporation has developed a "PiezoHapt Actuator" with haptic feedback, and samples will be available from March this year. The PiezoHapt actuator is a vibration device with a single crystal structure consisting of a multilayer piezoelectric element and a vibration plate, which can be driven by a low voltage and can support various vibration modes. Compared to conventional eccentric rotary motor actuators and linear actuators (linear resonant actuators) used for vibration, this product has the world's thinnest thickness* (approx. 035mm), instantaneous reaction.
The piezoelectric element of this product is a multilayer type, which can generate a greater displacement than a single-plate element of the same thickness. Therefore, unlike the usual piezoelectric haptic feedback technology, which requires a high-voltage environment, the PiezoHapt actuator transmits a sense of vibration to the ** even at low voltages up to 24V. In addition, this product has the characteristic of instantaneous reaction according to piezoelectric characteristics, about 0004 seconds* Instant rise. Compared with eccentric rotary motor actuators, etc., it can work in a short period of time with power, and consumes less power, saving power and energy. In addition, when using eccentric rotary motor actuators, the amplitude depends on the design, while the Piezohapt actuators are pulse-controlled and can freely change the amplitude and spacing, so that various vibration patterns can be expressed in detail.
In the future, it is expected that haptic senses such as the touch of fingertips will be further applied to a variety of fields, including virtual reality (VR). The low-voltage driven PiezoApt actuator is a new actuator with haptic feedback following the Epcos PowerHap piezoelectric actuator with high acceleration and high power generation announced in November 2016, and expands the range of cutting-edge haptic feedback solutions that TDK can offer. Piezohapt actuators, on the other hand, can be used in a variety of applications where haptic feedback through vibration is required.
As of February 2017, TDK survey.
TDK measurements.
Terminology
Haptic feedback: A technology that transmits information through sensory feedback such as force, vibration, etc.
Single-crystal structure: A structure in which a ceramic piezoelectric element is pasted on one side of a metal plate.
Main applications:
Displays for smartphones and other devices, car navigation systems, touchpads, controllers, wearable devices, etc.
Key Features and Benefits:
The thickness of the world's thinnest class: Approximately 035mm
Low voltage drive, instantaneous response, free switching of vibration mode.
Key figures
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