Piezoelectric strain rate and frequency of applied voltage

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Applying 60 Hz AC voltage to a piezoelectric material results in a strain rate that is slightly less than 60 Hz due to material properties and phase lag. The distortion rate is proportional to the applied frequency, with maximum distortion occurring at the resonance frequency of the piezo. When the voltage is removed, the piezoelectric material returns fully to its original dimensions. Manufacturer data provides specific details on these behaviors.

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If one were to apply, for example, 60 Hz AC to a piezoelectric material, would the strain rate be 60 Hz?

I am not entirely sure if I am using "strain rate" in its proper sense; I use it merely to describe what I imagine would be the rate at which the material expands and contracts while exposed to an AC source.

I assume there is some lag, depending on the material properties... I.e. 60 Hz AC applied would lead to the piezo oscillating at slightly less than 60 Hz. However, I cannot find any information on this and have a very limited knowledge of piezoelectrics.

Edit: I forgot to ask: If one were to apply a voltage to a piezoelectric momentarily and then remove the source, at what rate would the piezo return to its natural geometry?

Any help would be much appreciated!
 
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