Walk-Driven Kinetic Energy Gadget Powers Electronic Devices
Katie Cordrey — July 6, 2009 — Eco
References: greennpower & news.cnet
Tremont Electric has introduced a personal energy generator (PEG) that harnesses kinetic energy as a person walks. The nPower PEG transfers the motion as electricity directly to the portable electronic device that is plugged into it. The average device can be charged to 80 percent in an hour.
The nPower PEG differs from other kinetic devices on the market in that it is a real-time gadget that sends electricity directly to the target device rather than to a battery as a reservoir from which to charge later.
The nPower PEG differs from other kinetic devices on the market in that it is a real-time gadget that sends electricity directly to the target device rather than to a battery as a reservoir from which to charge later.
Trend Themes
1. Kinetic Energy Harvesting - Opportunity to develop products and technologies that can capture and convert kinetic energy into usable electricity.
2. On-the-go Charging - Potential for creating portable charging solutions that allow users to power their electronic devices while on the move.
3. Real-time Energy Transfer - Disruptive opportunity to design devices that can directly send electricity to target devices, eliminating the need for battery storage.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology - Potential for integrating kinetic energy harvesting technology into wearable devices, enabling self-sustained power.
2. Mobile Accessories - Opportunity to develop on-the-go charging solutions such as portable power banks or kinetic energy harvesting cases for smartphones and tablets.
3. Renewable Energy - Disruptive innovation opportunity to explore the integration of kinetic energy harvesting into the renewable energy sector, enhancing power generation efficiency.
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