Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Harvesting Wind Energy: Recent Advances and Future Perspectives

Jiaqi Li, Jie Chen and Hengyu Guo
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Jiaqi Li: Department of Applied Physics, Chongqing University, Chongqing 400044, China
Jie Chen: College of Physics and Electronic Engineering, Chongqing Normal University, Chongqing 401331, China
Hengyu Guo: Department of Applied Physics, Chongqing University, Chongqing 400044, China

Energies, 2021, vol. 14, issue 21, 1-18

Abstract: Throughout the world, wind energy is widely distributed as one of the most universal energy sources in nature, containing a gigantic reserve of renewable and green energy. At present, the main way to capture wind energy is to use an electromagnetic generator (EMG), but this technology has many limitations; notably, energy conversion efficiency is relatively low in irregular environments or when there is only a gentle breeze. A triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG), which is based on the coupling effect of triboelectrification and electrostatic induction, has obvious advantages for mechanical energy conversion in some specific situations. This review focuses on wind energy harvesting by TENG. First, the basic principles of TENG and existing devices’ working modes are introduced. Second, the latest research into wind energy-related TENG is summarized from the perspectives of structure design, self-power sensors and systems. Then, the potential for large-scale application and hybridization with other energy harvesting technologies is discussed. Finally, future trends and remaining challenges are anticipated and proposed.

Keywords: wind energy; triboelectric nanogenerator; self-powered system; hybridized generator (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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