This paper introduces force and pressure measurement using piezoelectric devices. In particular the piezoelectric effect is discussed along with circuits used to measure this effect (charge amplifiers). The following topics are discussed:
- “9.1 Overview” on page 1
- “9.2 In-line charge converters” on page 1
- “9.3 Voltage mode charge conversion” on page 2
- “9.4 Charge mode charge conversion” on page 2
- “9.5 Conclusion” on page 3
- “9.6 References” on page 3