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Researchers have developed a twistron harvester that harnesses energy from ocean waves, achieving a voltage of 46 mV and average output power of 1.79 mW. The device also acts as a motion sensor, demonstrating its potential for self-powered devices and natural energy harvesting.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- A new twist toward practical energy harvesting American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) · Aug 24, 2017 · first to report
- No batteries required: Energy-harvesting yarns generate electricity University of Texas at Dallas · Aug 24, 2017