Jellyfish-inspired bistable piezoelectric-triboelectric hybrid generator for low-frequency vibration energy harvesting
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Original language | English |
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Article number | 109523 |
Journal / Publication | International Journal of Mechanical Sciences |
Volume | 279 |
Online published | 26 Jun 2024 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Oct 2024 |
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Abstract
In pursuit of enhancing the output power of energy harvesters, this paper introduces a novel jellyfish-inspired bistable piezoelectric-triboelectric hybrid generator (JIB-PTHG) with low potential energy barrier characteristics and low-frequency, broadband energy harvesting capabilities. The JIB-PTHG comprises two flexible beams, and two rigid links, connected via a spring. Utilizing the harmonic balance method and Runge-Kutta fourth-order algorithm, a comprehensive analysis of the mechanical properties of the low-barrier bistable structure is conducted. Static equilibrium bifurcation and dynamic response analysis are performed. Subsequently, an electromechanical coupling model incorporating piezoelectricity and triboelectricity is developed to theoretically predict the output voltage of the two modules, revealing a positive correlation between displacement and output voltage. Experiment validation demonstrated that adjusting the length of the rigid links can effectively increase the deformation of the piezoelectric beam and the relative displacement of the triboelectric layers, thus improving the generator's output performance. Specifically, the TENG module exhibited exceptional energy harvesting performance within the frequency range of 3.5–6.5 Hz, achieving a voltage of 1050 V, a power of 1.84 mW, and the ability to illuminate 70 LED lights under an excitation amplitude of 17.5 mm and a frequency of 5.5 Hz. The PEG module, displayed high output performance within the frequency range of 4-7 Hz, reaching a voltage of 6.2 Vs and a power of 12.8 μW at an excitation frequency of 7 Hz and an amplitude of 17.5 mm. Both theoretical and experimental findings indicate that the JIB-PTHG has achieved improved output power within the frequency range of 3.5–6.5 Hz. Furthermore, the JIB-PTHG has the potential to harness bridge vibration energy and convert it into useful electrical energy for powering wireless sensor nodes in bridge health monitoring systems.
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- Bistable state, Energy harvesting, Jellyfish-inspired, Low-frequency, Nonlinear dynamics, Piezoelectric-triboelectric hybrid generator
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Jellyfish-inspired bistable piezoelectric-triboelectric hybrid generator for low-frequency vibration energy harvesting. / Cui, Yingxuan; Yang, Tao; Luo, Hongchun et al.
In: International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, Vol. 279, 109523, 01.10.2024.
In: International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, Vol. 279, 109523, 01.10.2024.
Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review