Triboelectric nanogenerator for harvesting energy from water
A generator for harvesting energy from flowing water is disclosed. The generator harvests electrostatic energy as well as mechanical kinetic energy from the flowing water. In one aspect, the generator includes a plurality of blades arranged in a radially outward fashion. Each blade includes an electrode and a surface layer for receiving flowing water carrying triboelectric charges. The flowing water affects a flow of electrons between the electrode and ground. In another aspect, the generator includes a first member with a first electrode, and a second member coupled to the first member about an axis. The second member includes a second electrode, and a surface layer between the first electrode and the second electrode. The second member is rotatable with respect to the axis to change triboelectric charges on the electrodes, and to affect a flow of electrons between the electrodes.
- Research Organization:
- Georgia Tech Research Corp., Atlanta, GA (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- DOE Contract Number:
- FG02-07ER46394
- Assignee:
- Georgia Tech Research Corporation (Atlanta, GA)
- Patent Number(s):
- 10,439,517
- Application Number:
- 15/006,865
- OSTI ID:
- 1576458
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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