Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting for Civil Engineering Applications

Ledia Shehu, Jung Heum Yeon and Yooseob Song ()
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Ledia Shehu: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL 35899, USA
Jung Heum Yeon: Civil Engineering Program, Ingram School of Engineering, Texas State University, 601 University Dr., San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
Yooseob Song: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL 35899, USA

Energies, 2024, vol. 17, issue 19, 1-34

Abstract: This work embarks on an exploration of piezoelectric energy harvesting (PEH), seeking to unravel its potential and practicality. PEH has emerged as a promising technology in the field of civil engineering, offering a sustainable approach to generating energy from ambient mechanical vibrations. We will explore the applications and advancements of PEH within the realm of civil engineering, focusing on publications, especially from the years 2020 to 2024. The purpose of this study is to thoroughly examine the potential and practicality of PEH in civil engineering applications. It delves into the fundamental principles of energy conversion and explores its use in various areas, such as roadways, railways, bridges, buildings, ocean wave-based energy harvesting, structural health monitoring, and even extraterrestrial settings. Despite the potential benefits of PEH in these domains, there are significant challenges that need to be addressed. These challenges include inefficient energy conversion, limitations in scalability, concerns regarding durability, and issues with integration. This review article aims to address these existing challenges and the research gap in the piezoelectric field.

Keywords: piezoelectricity; civil engineering; energy harvesting; applications; review (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: 2024
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