ANovelApproachtoImprovedOperationalCapability:Multi-DimensionalOscillationEnergyCollector
This study focuses on developing an oscillation energy collector with enhanced capabilities for wireless sensor networks in natural environments. While previous researchers primarily focused on one-dimensional harvester design, this project introduces an innovative cross double branch beam design that maximizes energy collection through simultaneous capture of two-dimensional vibrations released from nature. Based on this concept, this project developed a cross-branched beam harvester utilizing PZT and PVDF piezoelectric thin films. To evaluate the harvesters frequency efficiency, a vibration table that simulates natural oscillations is built. The experimental apparatus was designed to validate the hypothesis that the two-dimensional design significantly improves traditional harvesters frequency generation abilities. The harvester, on the vibration plat- form, underwent computer-controlled frequency modulation within a specified range. Frequency and power measurements were recorded and analyzed through MATLAB. Results indicate that the novel design demonstrates a broader range of energy generation frequencies compared to traditional, significantly improving generation performance.
Authors
- Yuheng Zhang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-0215-7108)
- Mingfei Xu
Institutions
- Pasadena City College (US)
- Sun Yat-sen University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Applied and Computational Engineering
- Published
- 2025-06-27
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.54254/2755-2721/2025.gl24416
- Primary Topic
- Radiation Detection and Scintillator Technologies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00