Power Generating Rubber Could Be New Source Of Self Energy

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Engineers at Princeton University have created tiny sheets of rubber that generate electricity when pressure is applied to them, utilizing ceramic nanoribbons of lead zirconate titanate (PZT.) Read more →

Piezoelectric Energy Flooring Concept Lets You Walk All Over It

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A new concept design from Stephen Chan Wing Tak makes use of the energy generated by people walking, running or rolling over a piezoelectric floor pad to power OLED signage. Read more →

Researching the Idea of Collecting Wind Energy from Anywhere

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A group of researchers from City College of New York says that small-scale piezoelectric devices mounted to autos and planes may offer a way to scavenge kinetic energy to power control panels and mobile phones. Read more →