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Triboelectric Energy Harvesting for Self-powered Antibacterial Applications

  • In-Yong Suh (School of Advanced Materials Science and Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University) ;
  • Sang-Woo Kim (Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Center for Human-oriented Triboelectric Energy Harvesting, Yonsei University)
  • Received : 2023.07.10
  • Accepted : 2023.07.23
  • Published : 2023.07.31
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Abstract

Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) have emerged as a highly promising energy harvesting technology capable of harnessing mechanical energy from various environmental vibrations. Their versatility in material selection and efficient conversion of mechanical energy into electric energy make them particularly attractive. TENGs can serve as a valuable technology for self-powered sensor operation in preparation for the IoT era. Additionally, they demonstrate potential for diverse applications, including energy sources for implanted medical devices (IMDs), neural therapy, and wound healing. In this review, we summarize the potential use of this universally applicable triboelectric energy harvesting technology in the disinfection and blocking of pathogens. By integrating triboelectric energy harvesting technology into human clothing, masks, and other accessories, we propose the possibility of blocking pathogens, along with technologies for removing airborne or waterborne infectious agents. Through this, we suggest that triboelectric energy harvesting technology could be an efficient alternative to existing pathogen removal technologies in the future.

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Acknowledgement

The authors acknowledge financial support by the Basic Science Research Program (2022R1A3B1078291, Research Leader Program) through the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) grants funded by the Korean government (MSIT). S.-W.K. acknowledges the Yonsei World-Class Fellow Program funded by Youn Jae Lee.

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