This Energy Generator Uses Ambient Movement to Power It
Michael Baxter — March 9, 2014 — Eco
References: gatech.edu & psfk
As time goes by, sustainable energy generators are getting smaller and smaller. This energy generator is so small and sensitive that it starts gathering up energy with little to no effort on the part of the user.
The generator uses a system called triboelectric energy that can be brought about by even gentle movements like wind or flowing water. It does this by producing static from a spinning wheel on the device. The static electricity is similar to the energy created when a person rubs their feet on carpet and gets shocked or when somebody rubs a balloon on their head.
Using such a simple concept and having it operate under such loose circumstances guarantees that there will always be power in the energy generator to use.
The generator uses a system called triboelectric energy that can be brought about by even gentle movements like wind or flowing water. It does this by producing static from a spinning wheel on the device. The static electricity is similar to the energy created when a person rubs their feet on carpet and gets shocked or when somebody rubs a balloon on their head.
Using such a simple concept and having it operate under such loose circumstances guarantees that there will always be power in the energy generator to use.
Trend Themes
1. Miniature Sustainable Energy Generators - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smaller and more efficient energy generators that harness ambient movement to generate power.
2. Triboelectric Energy Systems - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the potential of triboelectric energy to create sustainable and self-powered devices.
3. Effortless Energy Harvesting - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design energy generators that require little to no effort from the user to gather and store energy.
Industry Implications
1. Renewable Energy - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate triboelectric energy systems into the renewable energy sector to diversify energy sources and improve efficiency.
2. Wearable Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embed miniature sustainable energy generators into wearable devices, enabling self-sufficient power supply and extending battery life.
3. Smart Home Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate effortless energy harvesting technology into smart home devices, reducing reliance on external power sources and enhancing energy efficiency.
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