Abstract
This paper presents a novel hybrid piezoelectric-pyroelectric energy harvester using a cantilever beam with a PZT tip mass. The cantilever is moving between two surfaces with different temperatures under external vibration. PZT ceramic is used as the piezoelectric material, which also has pyroelectric characteristics. By using the pyroelectric effect along with the piezoelectric one, the output RMS voltage of the PZT ceramic was enhanced up to 10% under 50°C ΔT.
Original language | English |
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Publication status | Published - 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | 11th International Energy Conversion Engineering Conference, IECEC 2013 - San Jose, CA, United States Duration: 14 Jul 2013 → 17 Jul 2013 |
Conference
Conference | 11th International Energy Conversion Engineering Conference, IECEC 2013 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | San Jose, CA |
Period | 14/07/13 → 17/07/13 |