Piezoelectric pressure sensors explained in 4 minutes

This is a video where we will show you how piezoelectric sensor works and what these tiny sensors are used for.
Piezoelectric pressure sensors are suitable for measuring highly dynamic, dynamic and quasi-static pressure curves or pulsations. In addition, piezoelectric pressure sensors are the first choice for measuring very small pressure changes at high static pressure level.
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[@AussieBrutus1981]

Thank you for a concise yet scientifically detailed explanation of an Electronic Piezometer.

[@KistlerGroup]

Thank you for the kind feedback, Jay!

[@user-cl2ks7iu8y]

its installation mechanism in a down fall water pipe of a tank pls?

[@sarahconner9433]

Thx. Video is good explanation

[@KistlerGroup]

Thx Sarah, glad you liked it.

[@kellycarver2500]

Could someone please explain to me why this effect cannot be used to generate electricity?

[@KistlerGroup]

Hi Kelly, thank you for this interesting question. Theoretically, the piezoelectric effect can be used to generate electricity. There are several research projects around the world, and the first prototypes have already been developed. For example, researchers have produced small piezo chips and integrated them into the soles of shoes to generate electricity when walking or running. The small fly in the ointment: This is just enough to light up an LED!
In summary, it is theoretically feasible, but not yet implementable on a large scale. However, we are excited to see what science will bring in the next few years.

[@kellycarver2500]

@@KistlerGroup I understand that it is the sudden pressure on the piezo chips that vauses the spark, but why couldn't a person put a clamp on those chips, so they produce constant power? Or how about putting them in a canister that has been pressurized? Has anyone tried this? And how do they react with magnets in these circumstances, any idea?

[@kellycarver2500]

@@KistlerGroup It seems to me that there SHOULD be what I'd call a 'sweet spot'. The exact point of pressure where the spark is created, and if a person could find that spot and find a way to create that exact amount of constant pressure..Since the piezo sings at all, there SHOULD be way to make her sing all the time, without constant work on our part.. Lol.