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Hybrid energy harvester using piezoelectric and pyroelectric properties of PZT-5A ceramics

  • Middle East Technical University
  • Micro-Nano Technology
  • Mechanical Engineering Department

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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 languageEnglish
Publication statusPublished - 2013
Externally publishedYes
Event11th International Energy Conversion Engineering Conference, IECEC 2013 - San Jose, CA, United States
Duration: 14 Jul 2013 → 17 Jul 2013

Conference

Conference11th International Energy Conversion Engineering Conference, IECEC 2013
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Jose, CA
Period14/07/13 → 17/07/13

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