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Multifunctional Energy Harvesting Skin
Published Tuesday, November 10, 2015Energy harvesting technologies currently enable wireless sensors to be operated without a battery but still require recharging or periodic replacement. Vibration is a widely available ambient energy source. Piezoelectric energy conversion from vibration is the most efficient approach known. A cantilever beam type generator is a popular device for...
Categories: Engineering, Power Electronics, Clean Technology
Keyword(s): 525
Docket: PS-2009-029
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S.P.U.R.S. (Suspension Power Utilization and Recovery System)
Published Tuesday, June 2, 2009Researchers at the University of Maryland have developed an improved electromechanical system that converts kinetic energy of an automobile’s suspension system, among others, in addition to existing braking conversion systems. This suspension energy harvesting system is also known as SPURS (Suspension Power Utilization and Recovery System)...
Categories: Engineering, Power Electronics, Clean Technology
Keyword(s): hybrid automobile suspension energy harvesting
Docket: PS-2008-098
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Novel Polymer Solid Electrolyte for Flexible Batteries
Published Wednesday, April 2, 2008Batteries used in medical equipment and implants are part of a one billion dollar worldwide market in which supply has not yet reached demand. Lithium ion polymer batteries, due to their superior energy density, small size, and low toxicity, are well-suited as medical implant power sources. These batteries circumvent the use of corrosive and...
Categories: Clean Technology, Engineering, Chemical, Power Electronics
Keyword(s): polymer, electrolyte, battery, energy source
Docket: PS-2008-013