MTS Member Spotlight: CTS Corporation
A leading developer and manufacturer of electronic components, CTS Corporation specializes in piezoelectric solutions, enabling sonar technology and numerous underwater applications. Piezoelectric transducers are used far and wide in underwater applications to generate and emit acoustic energy in the ultrasonic range and subsequently register it again as it is reflected by objects in the water, turning it into an electrical signal.
All manner of sonar and echolocation technology relies on the ability of piezoelectric transducers to turn electric energy into acoustic energy and vice versa. This allows for underwater navigation, positioning and communication which major industries such as fishing, underwater construction, energy, exploration and naval warfare dependent upon.
Ship using a piezoelectric multibeam echosounder to scan and image the seafloor topography.
CTS Corporation specializes in the development and manufacture piezoelectric materials and components of which the transducers are built. The company is the world's largest, fully integrated provider of piezoelectric single crystals and offers an extensive portfolio of piezoelectric ceramics and composites as well.
Examples of piezoelectric transducers in underwater applications:
- Piezoelectric Receivers in Multibeam Echosounders: https://www.ctscorp.com/Resources/Blog/Piezoelectric-Receivers-in-Multibeam-Echosounders
- Piezoelectric Components in Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs): https://www.ctscorp.com/Resources/Blog/Piezoelectric-Components-for-UUVs
- Next-Gen Underwater Sonar Transducers: https://www.ctscorp.com/Resources/Blog/Next-Gen-Sonar-Transducers
Three distinct factors make CTS the partner of choice for piezoelectric solutions:
1) Application-specific material formulations
CTS’ materials scientists have optimized numerous piezoelectric materials for specific end uses. Depending on application, the ideal properties of piezoelectric materials will vary greatly. For receiver applications, e.g., hydrophones, a highly sensitive material that will register even vague acoustic signals, is beneficial. For use in transmitters, such as acoustic modems, a harder material capable of generating strong signals for long distance communication, is preferable. No matter the end use, CTS can provide the optimal material solution for the task.
- CTS Single Crystal Materials: https://www.ctscorp.com/Products/Piezoelectric/Single-Crystals/Single-Crystals-Material-Properties
- CTS Piezoceramic Materials: https://www.ctscorp.com/Products/Piezoelectric/Bulk-Piezoceramics/Ceramic-Material-Properties
2) Advanced component shaping capabilities and volume production
With full in-house manufacturing across state-of-the-art facilities in North America and Europe, CTS can deliver volume piezoelectric components in both standard and advanced geometries to anywhere in the world. Combining material expertise with advanced shaping capabilities, CTS will tailor the ideal components to customers’ unique design and performance requirements.
- CTS Piezoelectric Products: https://www.ctscorp.com/Products/Piezoelectric
3) Industry-leading expertise and customer-centric approach
CTS places a strong emphasis on the individual customer’s needs, providing expert advice at every step of the way, from the early prototype design stages to the mass manufacture and delivery of the end product. The company also offers a broad selection of customization options and value-add opportunities, including electroding, wiring and transducer sub-assembly.
Get in touch with CTS: https://www.ctscorp.com/Contact-Us
Founded in 1896, CTS Corporation is a seasoned western developer, committed to delivering high-quality solutions and expert technical advice to OEM customers in the industrial, transportation, defense/aerospace and medical markets. Visit the company website at www.ctscorp.com to explore a vast portfolio of piezoelectric and other electronic products and inquire about their solutions.
