Effects of polarization on mechanical properties of lead zirconate titanate ceramics evaluated by modified small punch tests

Qihuang Deng, Yuchi Fan, Lianjun Wang, Zhi Xiong, Hongzhi Wang, Yaogang Li, Qinghong Zhang, Akira Kawasaki, Wan Jiang

Research output: Contribution to journalArticlepeer-review

3 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

Pb(Zr,Ti)O 3 (PZT) ceramics were prepared by the conventional mixed oxide method, and the strength of the resultant PZT ceramics was evaluated using modified small punch (MSP) tests. Load-displacement curve test results showed that the crack-initiation and fracture strengths of PZT ceramics decreased after polarization. The effect of the polarization accelerated the fatigue properties of PZT ceramics. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) results showed that microcracks were formed before the maximum load in the MSP test, and the first load drop corresponded to crack initiation.

Original languageEnglish
Article number011501
JournalJapanese journal of applied physics
Volume51
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2012 Jan

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Engineering(all)
  • Physics and Astronomy(all)

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Effects of polarization on mechanical properties of lead zirconate titanate ceramics evaluated by modified small punch tests'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this