Triboelectric nanogenerator based on vertical contact separation mode for energy harvesting

Abstract

Triboelectric effect works on the principle of triboelectrification and electrostatic induction. This principle is used to generate voltage by converting mechanical energy into electrical energy. This paper presents the charging behavior of different capacitors by rubbing of two different materials using mechanical motion. The numerical and simulation modeling, describes the charging performance of a TENG with a bridge rectifier. It is also demonstrated that a 10 μF capacitor can be charged to a maximum of 24.04 volt in 300 seconds and it is also provide 2800 μJ/cm3 maximum energy density. Such system can be used for ultralow power electronic devices, biomedical devices and self-powered appliances etc.