A Gyroscope Nanogenerator with Frequency Up‐Conversion Effect for Fitness and Energy Harvesting. Issue 14 (20th February 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Gai, Yansong; Bai, Yuan; Cao, Yu; Wang, Engui; Xue, Jiangtao; Qu, Xuecheng; Liu, Zhuo; Luo, Dan; Li, Zhou
• Is Part Of: Small. Volume 18:Issue 14(2022)
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• Publication Date: 2022-02-20
• Subjects: frequency up‐conversion -- gyroscopes -- nanogenerators -- portable electronics -- self‐powered systems; Nanotechnology -- Periodicals; Nanoparticles -- Periodicals; Microtechnology -- Periodicals; 620.5
• DOI: 10.1002/smll.202108091
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1613-6810

Abstract

Abstract: Converting the mechanical energy of human motion into electricity is considered an ideal energy supply solution for portable electronics. However, low‐frequency human movement limits conversion efficiency of conventional energy harvesting devices, which is difficult to provide sustainable power for portable electronic devices. Herein, a fitness gyroscope nanogenerator (fg‐NG) based on a triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) and electromagnetic generator (EMG) is developed that can convert low‐frequency wrist motion into high‐frequency rotation by using the frequency up‐conversion effect of the gyroscope. Remarkably, the fg‐NG can reach a rotational speed of over 8000 rpm by hand, increasing the frequency by more than 280 times. The fg‐NG can continuously and stably output a current of 17 mA and a voltage of 70 V at frequency of 220–230 Hz. The fg‐NG is demonstrated to consistently power a hygrothermograph, smart bracelet, and mobile phone. Also, it can be applicated to a self‐powered intelligent training system, showing its immense application potential in portable electronics and wireless Internet of Things devices. Abstract : The fitness gyroscope nanogenerator utilizes the frequency up‐conversion effect of the gyroscope to convert low‐frequency mechanical energy into high‐frequency electrical energy. The output frequency is increased by more than 280 times, which significantly improves the energy collection efficiency. The fitness gyroscope nanogenerator has wide application potential in portable electronics and wireless Internet of Things devices.