Lecture

Piezoelectricity, Part 1

This module explores piezoelectricity, focusing on its principles, applications, and relevance in materials science. Students will learn how piezoelectric materials work and their implications for technology.


Course Lectures
  • This module provides an advanced introduction to crystallography, focusing on fundamental concepts and principles. Students will explore various crystal systems, understanding how they contribute to the study of materials.

  • In this module, students will examine the geometry of crystalline structures, focusing on the arrangements of atoms and the implications for material properties. Key topics include:

    • Unit cells and lattice parameters
    • Coordination numbers and packing efficiency
    • Real-world applications of crystalline geometry
  • The focus of this module is on advanced topics in crystalline structure and geometry. Students will analyze complex crystal systems and their interactions, including:

    • Crystallographic axes and planes
    • Real-world examples of crystalline materials
    • Geometric implications on physical properties
  • This module introduces concepts of translation, rotation, and periodicity in crystallography. Students will learn how these principles govern the arrangement of atoms in a crystal and their influence on material properties.

  • Continuing the exploration of translation, rotation, and periodicity, this module emphasizes their applications in analyzing crystal structures and understanding how they affect the physical properties of materials.

  • 2D Symmetries, Part 1
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    This module covers two-dimensional symmetries, detailing how they manifest in various materials. Students will learn to identify and analyze different symmetry elements and their roles in material properties.

  • 2D Symmetries, Part 2
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    Continuing the study of two-dimensional symmetries, this module emphasizes their applications in real-world materials, showcasing how these symmetries influence physical properties and behavior.

  • This module delves into two-dimensional plane groups and lattices, exploring their significance in crystallography. Students will learn to categorize different plane groups based on symmetry operations and structures.

  • In this module, students will continue their examination of two-dimensional plane groups, focusing on advanced topics and applications in various materials. Key discussions will include:

    • Real-world examples of materials with specific plane groups
    • Applications in nanotechnology and materials engineering
  • This module extends the discussion on two-dimensional plane groups, examining their implications on material properties. Students will learn to analyze and apply these concepts to various materials.

  • Focusing on the advanced aspects of two-dimensional plane groups, this module looks at complex interactions and their effects on physical properties of materials in greater detail.

  • This module continues exploring two-dimensional plane groups, emphasizing their classification and implications for material properties, providing deeper insights into symmetry in materials.

  • This module provides insights into two-dimensional plane groups, examining their complexities and how they influence material behaviors in various applications.

  • This module introduces diffraction and three-dimensional symmetries, focusing on their significance in understanding crystal structures and material properties. Topics include:

    • Types of diffraction
    • Understanding 3D symmetry operations
  • Continuing with diffraction and three-dimensional symmetries, this module emphasizes their application in determining crystal structures and analyzing material properties through real-world examples.

  • This module introduces three-dimensional symmetries and point groups, emphasizing their importance in crystallography. Students will explore how these symmetries are classified and their role in material properties.

  • This module continues the discussion on three-dimensional symmetries and point groups, focusing on real-world applications and their implications for understanding material behavior.

  • Point Groups, Part 1
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    This module provides an in-depth analysis of point groups, focusing on their properties and classification in three-dimensional space. Students will explore how these groups influence material characteristics.

  • Point Groups, Part 2
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    Continuing the examination of point groups, this module emphasizes their application in various fields, showcasing how they help in understanding material behaviors and properties.

  • 3D Lattices
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    This module introduces three-dimensional lattices, detailing their significance in crystallography. Students will explore various lattice types and their implications for material properties and applications.

  • In this module, students will investigate the physical properties of crystal structures, focusing on how different arrangements impact material behavior and performance in real-world applications.

  • Continuing the exploration of physical properties, this module emphasizes advanced topics and real-world examples, helping students connect theoretical concepts with practical applications.

  • This module provides a comprehensive overview of three-dimensional space groups, emphasizing their classification and significance in crystallography. Students will explore how space groups influence material properties.

  • Continuing the study of space groups, this module emphasizes real-world applications and implications for understanding material properties and behaviors in various contexts.

  • Space Group Notation, Part 1
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    This module introduces space group notation, focusing on the significance and utility of notation in crystallography and materials science. Students will learn to apply these notations in practice.

  • Space Group Notation, Part 2
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    Continuing with space group notation, this module emphasizes practical applications and examples, helping students understand how to interpret and utilize notation in various contexts.

  • Tensors, Part 1
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    This module introduces tensors, focusing on their definitions, types, and significance in materials science. Students will learn how tensors represent physical quantities and their relevance to crystal properties.

  • Tensors, Part 2
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    Continuing the study of tensors, this module emphasizes their applications in representing physical properties of materials. Students will explore examples of tensor applications in real-world scenarios.

  • Tensors (cont.), Part 1
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    This module continues the exploration of tensors, diving deeper into specific tensor applications related to physical properties and their implications for materials science.

  • Tensors (cont.), Part 2
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    This module further explores tensors, focusing on advanced applications and case studies that illustrate their role in materials science and engineering.

  • Representation Quadric, Part 1
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    This module introduces representation quadric, focusing on its significance in understanding the behavior of materials under various conditions. Students will learn how to analyze representation quadrics in practice.

  • Representation Quadric, Part 2
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    Continuing with representation quadric, this module emphasizes practical applications and case studies that illustrate how representation quadrics are utilized in materials science and engineering.

  • This module introduces stress and strain tensors, exploring their definitions and significance in materials science. Students will learn how to analyze these tensors and their implications for material behavior.

  • Continuing the discussion on stress and strain tensors, this module emphasizes their applications in materials science, providing students with real-world examples to illustrate their importance.

  • This module introduces shear and thermal expansion tensors, detailing their definitions and significance in understanding material properties. Students will learn to analyze their effects on various materials.

  • Piezoelectricity, Part 1
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    This module explores piezoelectricity, focusing on its principles, applications, and relevance in materials science. Students will learn how piezoelectric materials work and their implications for technology.

  • Piezoelectricity, Part 2
    Bernhard J Wuensch

    Continuing with piezoelectricity, this module emphasizes advanced topics and real-world applications, helping students understand how piezoelectric materials are utilized in various technologies.

  • This module continues the exploration of piezoelectricity, focusing on case studies and applications in modern technology, highlighting the significance of piezoelectric materials.

  • This final module focuses on the advanced aspects of piezoelectricity, including recent developments and future trends in the field, preparing students for further research and applications.

  • This module introduces fourth-rank tensor properties, focusing on their definitions, applications, and significance in materials science. Students will explore how these tensors relate to physical properties.