title: One-dimensional equations for a piezoelectric ring and applications in a gyroscope.
abstract: One-dimensional equations for coupled in-plane extensional and flexural vibrations of a piezoelectric ring are derived. The equations are used to analyze a ring piezoelectric gyroscope. Free and forced vibration solutions are obtained. Resonant frequencies and voltage sensitivity as well as their dependence on rotation rate and other parameters are examined.
authors.affiliation: Department of Engineering Mechanics, University of Nebraska, Lincoln 68588, USA. Jyang1@unl.edu
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Yang
authors.forename: H
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Fang
authors.forename: Q
authors.initials: Q
authors.lastname: Jiang