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Energy & Fuels
Mahesh Edla, Yee Yan Lim, Deguchi Mikio, Ricardo Padilla
Summary: In this paper, a rectifier-less boost converter circuit for piezoelectric energy harvesting was proposed. The circuit could extract energy from a low amplitude AC voltage and achieve high output power. It has the potential to be applied in low power demand applications such as sensors, quartz watches, and portable charging devices.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON ENERGY CONVERSION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Nanjian Qi, Keren Dai, Xiaofeng Wang, Zheng You
Summary: In this study, an adaptive capacitor charging circuit for efficient piezoelectric energy harvesting is presented. The circuit simplifies the configuration for powering wireless sensor network nodes and improves energy transfer efficiency. The experimental results validate the advantages of the proposed circuit in terms of enhanced power transfer and adaptability to different harvesters and excitation conditions.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON POWER ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Phuc Huynh, Samira Tungare, Arijit Banerjee
Summary: Offshore wind is a rapidly growing renewable energy resource that requires high efficiency power conversion systems. Using an integrated system with multiple passive rectifiers and one active rectifier can achieve MPPT capability, opening up opportunities for offshore wind applications.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON POWER ELECTRONICS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Minki Kim, Jungwon Choi
Summary: In this article, a self-synchronized, high-frequency class E resonant rectifier is proposed to compensate for the synchronization signal mismatch due to the propagation delay. The design creates a proper gate signal to the active device in the rectifier by measuring the voltage of the node between C-s-L-s resonant filter. The experiments validate the feasibility of the method.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON POWER ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Sha Wang, Junjie Shan, Hua Tian, Shuyu Lin
Summary: This article develops a high-power piezoelectric transformer based on sandwiched piezoelectric transducers with multioutput characteristics. The accuracy of the electromechanical equivalent circuit model (EECM) is verified by finite element method and experiments. The output power of the sandwiched piezoelectric transformers can reach at least 45 W and maintain an efficiency of approximately 35% under high-input electric power.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON POWER ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Meriam Ben Ammar, Salwa Sahnoun, Ahmed Fakhfakh, Christian Viehweger, Olfa Kanoun
Summary: A novel self-powered energy management circuit is proposed for harvesting energy from piezoelectric converters at low frequencies and irregular vibrations. It has a good power extraction ability and is adaptable for different storage capacitors and loads.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Guoda Wang, Ping Li, Yumei Wen, Zhichun Luo, Tao Han, Xiaojun Ji
Summary: This paper introduces a self-powered, ultra-low power control circuit for weak input power and heavy loads, operating intermittently at an extremely low duty cycle while consuming only 0.3 W. By drawing power from the piezoelectric transducer at the maximum power point, the proposed circuit can operate efficiently for harvesting natural vibrational energy.
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Phuc Huynh, Anjana J. Samarakoon, Kiruba S. Haran, Arijit Banerjee
Summary: An integrated generator-rectifier system is introduced for offshore wind turbines to harvest energy efficiently and reliably. The system utilizes passive diodes for power processing and eliminates capacitors at the rectifiers' output for improved reliability. A framework is created to evaluate the interaction among different generator ports and rectifiers, and a theoretical winding layout is proposed to ensure minimal interaction between passive ports. The accuracy and feasibility of the framework are demonstrated through design, simulation, and a laboratory prototype.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON POWER ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Ata Meshkinzar, Ahmed M. Al-Jumaily
Summary: Piezoelectric transducers, especially cylindrical-shaped PZT transducers, have great potential for various sensor and actuator applications. However, they have not been thoroughly investigated and established. This paper aims to shed light on their applications and design configurations, proposing future research trends.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Robert Urbina, Luis Baron, Juan-Pablo Carvajal, Manuel Perez, Carlos-Ivan Paez-Rueda, Arturo Fajardo, German Yamhure, Gabriel Perilla
Summary: Bicycles are gaining popularity worldwide as a sustainable mode of transportation. The smart bicycle paradigm allows for increased use through Internet of Things applications such as GPS tracking systems. This paradigm introduces the challenge of energy autonomy, which can be addressed through energy harvesting technology that captures kinetic or solar energy present in the cycling environment.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Junjie Shan, Sha Wang, Fan Zhou, Jingyi Hu, Qingqing Liu, Shuyu Lin, Yanfeng Zhang, Zhongfan Liu
Summary: This study achieved the first synthesis of a novel multi-D graphene/AlN ceramic hybrid, significantly reducing the temperature rise caused by self-heating in the new generation of CPETs. Additionally, the electroacoustic energy conversion efficiency was dramatically improved, promoting new applications in the fields of new-generation energy conversion and thermal management.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Analytical
Yi Yang, Zhiyuan Chen, Qin Kuai, Junrui Liang, Jingjing Liu, Xiaoyang Zeng
Summary: This brief presents a tutorial on multifaceted techniques for high efficiency piezoelectric energy harvesting. The recent design trends and challenges are summarized and discussed to help design the piezoelectric energy harvesting system for different application scenarios. The design focus is divided into three categories, including AC-DC rectifiers, C-P compensation circuits, and maximum power point tracking (MPPT) circuits.
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Zhidong Chen, Yinshui Xia, Ge Shi, Xiudeng Wang, Huakang Xia, Yidie Ye
Summary: This article presents a multi-input piezoelectric energy harvester (PEH) that utilizes a multi-input series synchronized switch harvesting on inductor (MIS-SSHI) rectifier and noninterruptive maximum power point tracking (MPPT) technique. The proposed MPPT solution tracks the vibration states of multiple piezoelectric transducers (PZTs) to ensure maximum power output for the MIS-SSHI rectifier, without interrupting the energy harvesting process for open-circuit voltage detection. Experimental results validate the feasibility of the proposed MPPT solution, achieving a peak MPPT efficiency of up to 98% for multi-input rectifiers.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Salar Chamanian, Berkay Ciftci, Ali Muhtaroglu, Haluk Kulah
Summary: This article introduces an area efficient fully autonomous piezoelectric energy harvesting system that uses enhanced SSHI technique and optimized voltage flipping times to improve energy extraction efficiency, offering area efficient AC/DC rectification without negative voltage converter circuits. The proposed system autonomously detects and controls optimal voltage flipping times, enhancing power extraction efficiency and enabling application in miniaturized harvesting systems.
Article
Instruments & Instrumentation
Ahmed Allam, Karim Sabra, Alper Erturk
Summary: This study achieves simultaneous power harvesting and backscatter communication through frequency multiplexing. A high sensitivity and high bandwidth piezoelectric transducer is designed and a technique to separate power and data into different frequency bands is developed. These technologies can extend the range and bandwidth of ultrasonically powered devices.
SMART MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES
(2022)
