Theoretical Modeling and Experimental Validation of Reverse Electrowetting on Dielectric (REWOD) Through Flexible Electrodes For Self-Powered Sensor Applications

Abstract

In this paper, theoretical modeling and experimental validation of REWOD energy harvesting based on flexible electrodes for self-powered sensor applications have been investigated. Much of REWOD's research has focused on planar electrodes that have an inflexible, rigid surface and use high bias voltages to increase output power, which undermines the goals of self-powered wearable motion sensors. This article implements REWOD-based energy harvesting using two dissimilar flexible electrodes. Electron beam physical vapor deposition (EBPVD) is used to coat the material onto a polyimide film. A comparative analysis between theoretical model data and experimental measurement data has been conducted.