Abstract
Flexible and integratable nanogenerators made from sponge-like mesoporous piezoelectric polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) thin films can be directly attached to an electronic device, and effectively convert mechanical energy from ambient surface oscillations to electricity. These devices provide a promising solution for developing practical self-powered electronic devices.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 1301624 |
Journal | Advanced Energy Materials |
Volume | 4 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 13 2014 |
Keywords
- mechanical energy harvesting
- mesoporous materials
- nanogenerators
- self-powered electronics