Author: Mangeot, C.
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THPVA039 Nanopositioning and Actuation in Extreme Environment Using Piezoelectric Multilayer Actuators and Motors 4519
 
  • C. Mangeot
    Noliac A/S, Kvistgaard, Denmark
 
  Piezoelectric devices find numerous applications in Science projects, when precise and fast positioning is needed, particularly in harsh environment. This paper reviews some of the latest environmental tests performed on piezoelectric devices, illustrating how they enable higher performance or even new technical solutions. In the field of particle accelerators and instrumentation, two applications can be mentioned: the precise goniometer to be installed in the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and active Lorentz force detuning compensation systems*. Multilayer actuators have been demonstrated over a wide range of temperatures, from cryogenic (4K) to 220°C, in UHV and under radiation. Other examples can be mentioned within the ITER project: the In-Vessel Viewing System (IVVS) and the Electron Cyclotron Emission (ECE) diagnostic**. For these applications, a piezo motor is needed. The Piezo Actuator Drive (PAD) was demonstrated at high temperature, UHV and submitted to high magnetic fields.
* P. Bosland et al.; 'Mechanical study of the Saclay Piezo Tuner PTS (Piezo Tunning System)', CARE-Note-2005-004-SRF
** G. Taylor et al.; 'Status of the design of the ITER ECE diagnostic', EC18, 2015
 
DOI • reference for this paper ※ https://doi.org/10.18429/JACoW-IPAC2017-THPVA039  
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