Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gijung Kim, Wonjune Kim, Honggu Chun
Summary: This study demonstrates a new principle of energy generation, in which electric energy is produced by water droplets sliding down electrodes coated with a hydrophobic dielectric layer, achieving an energy conversion efficiency of up to 40%.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Karthik Kakaraparty, Erik A. Pineda, Russell C. Reid, Ifana Mahbub
Summary: This article implements REWOD-based energy harvesting by utilizing two sets of dissimilar flexible electrodes and utilizing the electron-beam physical vapor deposition technique to coat materials on a polyimide sheet. The results show that electrolyte impingement through a planar REWOD experiment resulted in a maximum power density of 0.002 mu W/cm(2), while a flexing REWOD experiment with electrolyte encapsulation resulted in a power density of 0.05 mu W/cm(2), approximately 25 times higher than the conventional setup.
IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xin Tong, Su Liu, John Crittenden, Yongsheng Chen
Summary: This review explores the potential of using nanopores and nanofluidic membranes to enhance power generation efficiency in salinity gradient power harvesting, focusing on relevant technologies, system energy efficiency, membrane fouling, and antifouling membrane synthesis. Emphasizing the importance of high-performance nanofluidic membranes in transitioning salinity gradient power harvesting from conceptual to large-scale applications.
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Yan Shi, Xiang Cui, Lei Qi, Xiangyu Zhang, Xuebao Li, Hong Shen
Summary: This letter proposes a novel method for DC energy harvesting using corona current and space ion flow. By adding an artificial corona electrode and using a capacitor with high working voltages, the feasibility and output power of the method are improved. Experimental results validate the effectiveness of the proposed method.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
J. Wang, F. Xiao, H. Zhao
Summary: This paper provides a comprehensive review of thermoelectric, piezoelectric, and photovoltaic technologies used in pavement engineering, comparing their cost-effectiveness and power densities. Each technology has different applications: thermoelectric for mitigating urban heat island effect and pavement rutting, piezoelectric for powering low-power electronics, and photovoltaic for its highest power density.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jianbo Li, Chen Zhang, Zhihao Wang, Hao Wang, Zhongchao Bai, Xiangqiang Kong
Summary: The reverse electrodialysis (RED) approach is introduced to capture the salinity gradient energy (SGE) between concentrated seawater and seawater for power production. The feasibility of this approach is verified, and a preferred control strategy and performance analysis for multi-stage RED stacks are proposed.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Faruq Muhammad Foong, Chung Ket Thein, Daniil Yurchenko
Summary: The paper introduces a novel electromagnetic vibration energy harvester based on anti-phase motion, which shows promising power density results and good agreement with mathematical models. Although the design is still being optimized, there is potential for achieving better performance in the future.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Ali Zoungrana, Mehmet cakmakci
Summary: Fossil fuels are scarce and have negative impacts on the earth, leading to a shift towards alternative and renewable energy sources like wind and solar power. However, salinity gradient power (SGP) presents a huge potential and advancements are needed in systems like reverse electrodialysis (RED) to reduce energy costs.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Francisco Javier Diaz Sanchez, Michael Chung, Muhammad Waqas, Vasileios Koutsos, Stewart Smith, Norbert Radacsi
Summary: This paper reports a one-step method for fabricating novel three-dimensional sponge-like piezoelectric electrospun nanofiber structures. By adding polyethylene oxide and lithium chloride to polyvinylidene fluoride and polyvinylidene fluoride-co-trifluoroethylene solutions, 700 micrometer thick sponge-like fiber mats were created and used as active cores for piezoelectric generators. The resulting generators showed higher peak-to-peak voltage and instantaneous output power.
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Zhangxin Wang, Li Wang, Menachem Elimelech
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the practical performance of nanopore power generators (NPGs). The results demonstrate significant practical limitations in NPG operations, casting doubt on the viability of NPG as a technology for blue energy harvesting.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Vijay Tripathi, Shobhnath P. Gupta, Kuldeep Kumar, Leela S. Panchakarla
Summary: Alloying metals can significantly alter their characteristics. Nanoalloy electrodes are excellent materials for bridging supercapacitors and batteries. We present an ultra-small bimetallic CoNi nanoalloy functionalized on 2D graphitic nitride (g-C3N4) sheets via hydrogenation. The CoNi@g-C3N4 nanoalloy asymmetric supercapacitor, fabricated with activated carbon nanofiber (ACF), exhibits a wide potential window of 1.5 V and an excellent life span of 8000 cycles at an ultra-high current density of 15 A g-1. Furthermore, operating the cell at different temperatures (2 °C, RT, 50 °C, and 65 °C) shows an enhanced energy density of 26 Wh kg-1 at 50 °C compared to a lower temperature (2 °C) of 15 Wh kg-1.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pashupati R. Adhikari, Russell C. Reid, Ifana Mahbub
Summary: In this study, a novel approach was proposed to enhance power output of a REWOD energy harvester by significantly increasing the total available surface area using perforated silicon wafer electrodes. The maximum current and voltage densities per unit planar area were measured to be 3.77 mu A/cm(2) and 1.05 V/cm(2) respectively. This approach showed significant improvement in power output compared to prior work on planar electrodes.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2022)
Article
Acoustics
Shichao Ma, Xin Ning, Liang Wang, Jinxiu Zhang, Wantao Jia, Ping Han
Summary: The research on stochastic steady-state probability density response of vibration systems with bilateral impacts and gaps is of great importance both theoretically and practically. This paper proposes a new method that preserves the velocity jump under bilateral impact without non-smooth transformation. By utilizing the proposed method based on the generalized cell mapping theory, the probability density response of a bilateral Rayleigh vibro-impact oscillator and a piezoelectric energy harvesting device with two symmetric stoppers is analyzed, demonstrating the effectiveness of the method compared to Monte Carlo simulations. The proposed method is also found to have wide applicability under different conditions.
JOURNAL OF SOUND AND VIBRATION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yingjie Jiang, Xueying Liu, Yuhao Wang, Chenchen Tian, Daming Wu, Nanying Ning, Ming Tian
Summary: In this study, a polar rubber-based dielectric (GNBR) was synthesized and used as a soft filler for silicone elastomer, effectively avoiding the formation of weak interfaces under large strain. The composite filled with the soft filler (GNBR/PMVS) showed enhanced electrical breakdown strength and exhibited the highest energy density and power conversion efficiency reported for dielectric elastomer generators (DEGs). These findings provide new insights for the rational design of DE composites with high stretched breakdown strength.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hwichul Yang, Hojae Lee, Yonghyun Lim, Maria Christy, Young-Beom Kim
Summary: Reverse electrowetting-on-dielectric (REWOD) is a novel energy harvesting technique that uses high capacitance dielectric layers and a new leakage barrier layer to minimize current leakage and maximize power output. The laminated structure with TiO2 and Al2O3 shows reduced current leakage and relatively high capacitance compared to single layer structures, producing enhanced power density at low bias voltage. The energy-harvesting performance displays different behaviors about current generation based on the top surface material in contact with conductive droplets.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PRECISION ENGINEERING AND MANUFACTURING-GREEN TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Thanakorn Jiemsakul, Supone Manakasettharn, Sivakorn Kanharattanachai, Yongyuth Wanna, Sujint Wangsuya, Sirapat Pratontep
JOURNAL OF MAGNETISM AND MAGNETIC MATERIALS
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Supone Manakasettharn, Akira Takahashi, Tohru Kawamoto, Keiko Noda, Yutaka Sugiyama, Tohru Nakamura
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2018)
Article
Physics, Applied
Supone Manakasettharn, J. Ashley Taylor, Tom N. Krupenkin
APPLIED PHYSICS LETTERS
(2011)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Supone Manakasettharn, Tsung-Hsing Hsu, Graham Myhre, Stanley Pau, J. Ashley Taylor, Tom Krupenkin
OPTICAL MATERIALS EXPRESS
(2012)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Supone Manakasettharn, Tsung-Hsing Hsu, J. Ashley Taylor, Tom Krupenkin
OPTICAL MATERIALS EXPRESS
(2014)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Supone Manakasettharn, Akira Takahashi, Tohru Kawamoto, Keiko Noda, Yutaka Sugiyama, Tohru Nakamura
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2019)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Vanpaseuth Phouthavong, Supone Manakasettharn, Duangkamon Viboonratanasri, Siriwit Buajarern, Panida Prompinit, Kamonthip Sereenonchai
Summary: In this study, customized magnetic sorbents were successfully used for the determination of trace orthophosphate in unpolluted freshwater samples. The method involving phosphomolybdenum blue (PMB), cetyl trimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB), and dispersive magnetic solid-phase extraction (d-MSPE) showed high detection sensitivity and simple operation procedures.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Meeting Abstract
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Supone Manakasettharn, Akira Takahashi, Tohru Nakamura, Tohru Kawamoto
ABSTRACTS OF PAPERS OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2018)
Proceedings Paper
Optics
Supone Manakasettharn, J. Ashley Taylor, Tom Krupenkin
OPTICAL TRAPPING AND OPTICAL MICROMANIPULATION VIII
(2011)