Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Nannan Wang, Yupeng Liu, Enyi Ye, Zibiao Li, Daoai Wang
Summary: This paper delineates the advanced methods and applications of enhancing the electrical output of TENG and looks forward to the application prospects of TENG in other fields.
MATERIALS RESEARCH LETTERS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yang Dong, Nannan Wang, Di Yang, Jian Wang, Wenlong Lu, Daoai Wang
Summary: Solid-liquid triboelectric nanogenerators (SL-TENGs) are a new technology that combines contact electrification and electrostatic induction to collect clean energy stored in natural water. They have attracted increasing attention in recent years due to their high energy density, material versatility, and potential for large-scale applications. Matching SL-TENGs with different applications is critical for stable output and long-cycle life.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Peng Cui, Ying Ge, Xi Yao, Jingjing Wang, Jingjing Zhang, Huan Meng, Lan Liu, Jingsheng Wang, Jie Ju, Gang Cheng, Zuliang Du
Summary: Liquid-solid-based triboelectric nanogenerators (LS-TENG) are new tools for collecting energy from water in nature. Efforts have been made on LS-TENG based on superhydrophobic surfaces, resulting in higher energy output. However, there is a tradeoff between sliding speed and LS contact area.
Review
Physics, Multidisciplinary
Zhong Lin Wang
Summary: The review delves into the mechanisms of contact electrification and the principles of triboelectric nanogenerators, providing a comprehensive overview from basic physics to engineering applications. It discusses the output power, electromagnetic behavior, and current transport equation for TENGs, setting a standard theory for quantifying their performance. Additionally, the review explores the diverse applications of TENGs in harvesting mechanical energy for various sectors including energy science, environmental protection, wearable electronics, medical science, robotics, and artificial intelligence.
REPORTS ON PROGRESS IN PHYSICS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dongwhi Choi, Younghoon Lee, Zong-Hong Lin, Sumin Cho, Miso Kim, Chi Kit Ao, Siowling Soh, Changwan Sohn, Chang Kyu Jeong, Jeongwan Lee, Minbaek Lee, Seungah Lee, Jungho Ryu, Parag Parashar, Yujang Cho, Jaewan Ahn, Il-Doo Kim, Feng Jiang, Pooi See Lee, Gaurav Khandelwal, Sang-Jae Kim, Hyun Soo Kim, Hyun-Cheol Song, Minje Kim, Junghyo Nah, Wook Kim, Habtamu Gebeyehu Menge, Yong Tae Park, Wei Xu, Jianhua Hao, Hyosik Park, Ju-Hyuck Lee, Dong-Min Lee, Sang-Woo Kim, Ji Young Park, Haixia Zhang, Yunlong Zi, Ru Guo, Jia Cheng, Ze Yang, Yannan Xie, Sangmin Lee, Jihoon Chung, Il-Kwon Oh, Ji-Seok Kim, Tinghai Cheng, Qi Gao, Gang Cheng, Guangqin Gu, Minseob Shim, Jeehoon Jung, Changwoo Yun, Chi Zhang, Guoxu Liu, Yufeng Chen, Suhan Kim, Xiangyu Chen, Jun Hu, Xiong Pu, Zi Hao Guo, Xudong Wang, Jun Chen, Xiao Xiao, Xing Xie, Mourin Jarin, Hulin Zhang, Ying-Chih Lai, Tianyiyi He, Hakjeong Kim, Inkyu Park, Junseong Ahn, Nghia Dinh Huynh, Ya Yang, Zhong Lin Wang, Jeong Min Baik, Dukhyun Choi
Summary: Serious climate changes and energy-related environmental problems are critical issues in the world. Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) have become one of the most promising mechanical energy harvesters, offering a solution to reduce carbon emissions and save the environment. Considerable advancements have been made in theory, materials, devices, systems, circuits, and applications in the TENG field, and it has reached the stage of prototype development and commercialization.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xuemei Wang, Wangshu Tong, Yanan Li, Zhihao Wang, Yiyuan Chen, Xiao Zhang, Xin Wang, Yihe Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the triboelectric performance of mica, a promising positive friction layer candidate for environmentally friendly TENGs, and explored the factors affecting its performance. The mica-based TENG showed excellent positive triboelectric property and achieved a high maximum output power density, demonstrating its potential in harvesting mechanical energy for various applications.
APPLIED CLAY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
P. Supraja, R. Rakesh Kumar, Siju Mishra, D. Haranath, P. Ravi Sankar, K. Prakash, N. Jayarambabu, T. Venkatappa Rao, K. Uday Kumar
Summary: This report demonstrates a new triboelectric material pair for preparing a low-cost and high-performance triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG). The output voltage and power density of the TENG are confirmed through switching polarity and load tests. Furthermore, the influence of force frequency and device size on the TENG response is studied. This new TENG shows potential applications in various self-powered electronic devices and systems.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Gaurav Khandelwal, Nirmal Prashanth Maria Joseph Raj, Sang-Jae Kim
Summary: Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) have become a popular choice as energy harvesters worldwide, known for their lightweight, low cost, high output, and wide range of applications. The performance of TENGs relies heavily on materials, with significant progress being made in exploring novel materials to enhance output. Future prospects and challenges in material development for TENGs are discussed in this review.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Weradesh Sangkhun, Sompit Wanwong
Summary: This study presents a facile method to create efficient natural textile based triboelectric nanogenerators (N-TENGs) by transforming the surface energy of cotton and silk into positive and negative triboelectricity. The fabricated N-TENGs demonstrated high output voltage and current, as well as self-powering applications, showing great potential for energy harvesting and wearable electronics.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Songlin Zhang, Michael Bick, Xiao Xiao, Guorui Chen, Ardo Nashalian, Jun Chen
Summary: Global interest in wearable bioelectronics for monitoring human health status is rising, especially with the emergence of new diseases. While using wearable devices for personal health monitoring is becoming popular, finding practical healthcare solutions is becoming increasingly challenging with an aging population. Triboelectric nanogenerators show promise for sustainable power sources, active biomonitors, and electrical stimulation therapeutics in bioengineering applications, but there are challenges that need to be addressed in leveraging them for personalized healthcare.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shihe Du, Shaoke Fu, Wencong He, Qianying Li, Kaixian Li, Huiyuan Wu, Jian Wang, Chuncai Shan, Qianjin Mu, Chenguo Hu
Summary: This paper proposes a novel ferromagnetic metal particle-based triboelectric nanogenerator (FMP-TENG), which improves the durability of TENG by using the rolling motion of particles instead of planar contact of film, and enhances its electric output by increasing the contact area. In addition, a metal powder mass sensor based on FMP-TENG is designed for dynamic monitoring of powder mass.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Haobin Wang, Shuyi Huang, Haoze Kuang, Chi Zhang, Yulu Liu, Kaihang Zhang, Xinyu Cai, Xiaozhi Wang, Jikui Luo, Zhong Lin Wang
Summary: Triboelectrification between metals, polymers, and semiconductors was investigated, revealing a universal mechanism involving both electrostatic induction and dynamic junction modulation. The outputs of triboelectrification exhibited four current/voltage peaks, two of which were attributed to electrostatic induction effects and determined by surface state densities and electron affinity differences between the materials. The other two peaks were associated with dynamic junction modulation effects and determined by charging exchange between surface states and depletion regions. While metals and polymers showed no modulation of depletion regions, only the peaks induced by electrostatic induction were observable. Semiconductors, on the other hand, exhibited additional peaks induced by junction modulation when in contact with any material type. These findings provide valuable insights for developing high-performance triboelectric nanogenerators.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Seneke Chamith Chandrarathna, Sontyana Adonyah Graham, Muhammad Ali, Jae Su Yu, Jong-Wook Lee
Summary: The study proposes an efficient power management system for TENGs using a dynamically reconfigured combining method and dual-parameter maximum power point tracking (MPPT). This method can effectively improve the power extraction efficiency of TENGs, making them suitable for practical applications.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Yukai Zhou, Jia-Han Zhang, Songlin Li, Hao Qiu, Yi Shi, Lijia Pan
Summary: Recently, there has been a growing demand for fossil fuels in various aspects of society, leading researchers to explore sustainable and renewable energy alternatives. One potential solution to address this energy crisis is the development and production of nanogenerators, particularly triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), which have gained attention due to their portability, stability, high energy conversion efficiency, and compatibility with diverse materials. Additionally, two-dimensional materials like graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN), MXenes, and layered double hydroxides (LDHs) have played a crucial role in advancing TENG technology. This review provides an overview of recent research progress on TENGs based on 2D materials, covering their materials, practical applications, and future research prospects.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Artis Linarts, Peter C. Sherrell, Kaspars Malnieks, Amanda V. Ellis, Andris Sutka
Summary: A new paradigm of triboelectric polymers, the triboelectric laminate, is reported, which shows electromechanical response comparable to polyvinylidene difluoride. The response in the laminate arises from aligned dipoles generated by contact electrification. The loose interface between different polymer fibers ensures friction and triboelectric charging.