via machinedesign.com
Everlasting batteries and self-powered portable electronics have come one step closer to reality, according to the results of new research by Australian scientists from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT).
The researchers successfully measured a piezoelectric thin film’s capacity for turning mechanical pressure into electricity. It may sound like an idea from the realm of science fiction, but the discovery could eventually lead to laptops powered through typing.
Piezoelectric materials are able to to convert mechanical energy into electric power. Piezoelectricity as a phenomenon was discovered in the 19th century, and is used in things like electric cigarette lighters, which use a piezoelectric crystal capable of producing a high voltage electric current after being hit by a spring-loaded hammer, to ignite gas. Piezoelectric bulk or block materials (like crystals or ceramics) have been studied thoroughly, but research on thin films is relatively new, according to the lead co-author of the research, Dr. Madhu Bhaskaran.
The scientists were able to quantify the amount of energy that can be generated by piezoelectric thin films coatings. “Our study focused on thin film coatings because we believe they hold the only practical possibility of integrating piezoelectrics into existing electronic technology,” Dr. Bhaskaran said. She believes it is possible to implement the discovery into consumer electronics on a wider scale. ”
The Latest Bing News on:
Self-powered electronics
- Inside Mobileye's EyeQ Ultra Chip for Future Self-Driving Carson January 18, 2022 at 3:19 pm
Mobileye CEO Amnon Shashua said that, while it looks less potent than chips from rivals Qualcomm and NVIDIA, the EyeQ Ultra chip has more than enough computing power to control a self-driving vehicle.
- Energy Harvesting and Power Management for IoT Devices in the 5G Eraon January 18, 2022 at 9:30 am
The fifth-generation (5G) network is a fast-growing technology that impacts personal devices for both society and the economy. With the widespread Internet of Things (IoT) devices in such networks, ...
- Samsung Partners With AMD to Power Up Mobile Chipson January 17, 2022 at 6:00 pm
Samsung Electronics Co. introduced its first mobile processor powered by Advanced Micro Devices Inc. graphics as the company tries to better compete with the gaming prowess of archrival Apple Inc.’s ...
- Autonomous and Self-Driving Vehicle News: Serve Robotics, Nuro, Optimus Ride, Ushr, Quanergy, Server Robotics & Cygnon January 16, 2022 at 4:23 pm
In autonomous and self-driving vehicle news are, Serve Robotics, Nuro, Optimus Ride, Ushr, Quanergy, Server Robotics and Cygn. Magna has added more than 120 employees of Optimus Ride, a provider of ...
- Electronics companies are changing the face of car manufacturingon January 14, 2022 at 4:31 am
For most of the history of motor vehicles, in-car electronics has lagged behind the rest of the consumer industry. Now, that's changing, and, perhaps, electronics companies might have an advantage.
- GlobalConnect wins 5-year contract from Norwegian electronics chain Poweron January 13, 2022 at 4:25 am
North European operator GlobalConnect has announced a five-year contract from Norwegian electronics retailer Power to provide digital services included a managed LAN. It will replace Power's ...
- GM Taps Qualcomm Chips For Self-Driving System Due Out in 2023on January 12, 2022 at 3:08 pm
Qualcomm is wrestling with Intel's Mobileye and automotive chip giants such as NXP to win market share in chips that power self-driving systems in cars.
- I Started Meditating Before Touching Any Electronics — and It Stopped My Mindless Scrolling for Goodon January 12, 2022 at 6:03 am
My average daily screen time shot up during the pandemic. I started spending eight-plus hours on my phone with little to no breaks in between. I didn’t realize how much power the screens in my life ...
- Robotics innovation infiltrates 2022 Consumer Electronics Showon January 8, 2022 at 9:26 am
Luckily Ologic have transferred their consumer electronics experience into building robots of every other kind. And CES now showcases robots of every shape and size, from autonomous cars, trucks and ...
- High-tech cars steal the show at CES consumer electronics extravaganzaon January 7, 2022 at 12:00 pm
CES electronics show in Las Vegas has long been a fantasyland of high-def televisions, drones, video games and audio gear but, in recent years, it’s ...
The Latest Google Headlines on:
Self-powered electronics
[/vc_column_text]
The Latest Bing News on:
Piezoelectric
- Global Piezoelectric Actuators Market 2021 Key Factors, Business Strategies, Challenges and Forecasts to 2027on January 14, 2022 at 1:06 am
The newly published report, titled Global Piezoelectric Actuators Market from 2021 to 2027 by MarketandResearch.biz comprises the current scenario of the market by using efficient and accurate ...
- Piezoelectric material shown to help regrow knee-joint cartilageon January 13, 2022 at 12:20 pm
That's where the PLLA comes in. Along with being biocompatible, it's also a piezoelectric material, meaning that it produces a small electrical current when mechanically stressed. Therefore ...
- Piezoelectric Nanofiber Tissue Scaffold Stimulates Cartilage Repair in Exercising Rabbitson January 13, 2022 at 6:18 am
University of Connecticut bioengineers have used piezoelectric biodegradable nanofiber tissue scaffold technology to successfully regrow cartilage directly in a rabbit’s knee, an achievement that ...
- Realizing the Potential of Printed Piezoelectric Sensors, Discussed by IDTechExon January 11, 2022 at 5:29 am
In contrast, despite extensive R&D printed piezoelectric sensors, in which applying pressure produces a voltage, have thus far struggled for market penetration. By being both printed and flexible ...
- Realizing the Potential of Printed Piezoelectric Sensors, Discussed by IDTechExon January 11, 2022 at 5:29 am
Printed pressure sensors are a well-established technology, having been used for applications such as car occupancy sensors, electric pianos, and some medical devices. To date, such sensors have ...
- Global Piezoelectric Actuators and Motors Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Analysis - ResearchAndMarkets.comon January 10, 2022 at 6:31 am
The "Global Piezoelectric Actuators and Motors Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis By Product (Piezo Motors and Piezo Actuators), Application, and Geography" report has been ...
- Ultrasonic Piezoelectric Scaler Market Analysis by Industry Statistics, Key Business Opportunities, Regional Outlook and Deep Analysis 2022-2026on January 7, 2022 at 12:00 am
Get a Sample PDF of the Report- Market Analysis and Insights: Global Ultrasonic Piezoelectric Scaler Market Piezo Scalers offer a more effective and comfortable patient experience, for removing ...
