Wearable Energy Generators: Harnessing Your Body’s Power
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Thermoelectric Generators (TEGs): These nifty devices transform your body heat into electricity. Perfect for gadgets like fitness trackers and medical monitors.
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Piezoelectric Devices: Generate power from mechanical stress or vibrations—think about the energy from your steps or arm movements.
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Triboelectric Nanogenerators (TENGs): These generate electricity from the friction between materials, such as your clothing and skin.
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Radio-Frequency (RF) Energy Harvesters: Capture ambient RF energy from sources like Wi-Fi signals and convert it into usable electricity.
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Biofuel Cells: Produce electricity from biochemical reactions, utilizing substances like glucose found in sweat.
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Solar-Powered Wearables: These incorporate small solar panels to capture sunlight and convert it into energy, reducing reliance on traditional batteries.
These innovative devices are paving the way for self-sufficient wearable tech.