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Multi-layer Noncontact Disk-shaped Electrostatic Microgenerator

  • B. Q. Wang
  • , Y. X. Chen
  • , L. H. Tang
  • , K. Tao
  • Northwestern Polytechnical University Xian
  • The University of Auckland

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Abstract

In this work, we present the fabrication and characterization of a novel multi-layer noncontact disk-shaped electrostatic microgenerator. The microgenerator aims to harvest kinetic energy from rotary motion in our daily life. The multi-layer structure is composed of pairs of energy harvesting units. Each unit consists of two parts: the rotational blades with copper electrodes that are attached to the center shaft and the stationary disk that is fixed on the external barrier structure. Compared to the previous two-plate structure, the current device has two unique merits: First, both sides of the stationary disk are coated with electret material and are corona charged. It is beneficial to maximize the output power density of the whole device. Second, with the help of the micro rotary bearing, multilayer rotary structure has been successfully implemented for the first time. Therefore, the overall performance has been multiplied by several folds and high output power can be readily achieved.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2018 IEEE 8th International Nanoelectronics Conferences, INEC 2018
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages29-30
Number of pages2
ISBN (Print)9781538642504
DOIs
StatePublished - 20 Aug 2018
Event8th IEEE International Nanoelectronics Conferences, INEC 2018 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Duration: 3 Jan 20185 Jan 2018

Publication series

Name2018 IEEE 8th International Nanoelectronics Conferences, INEC 2018

Conference

Conference8th IEEE International Nanoelectronics Conferences, INEC 2018
Country/TerritoryMalaysia
CityKuala Lumpur
Period3/01/185/01/18

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