• 한국진공학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국진공학회 2016년도 제50회 동계 정기학술대회 초록집
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• pp.415.2-415.2
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• 2016

Triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) is one of ways to convert mechanical energy sound, waves, wind, vibrations, and human motions to available electrical energy. The principal mechanism to generate electrical energy is based on contact electrification on material surface and electrostatic induction between electrodes. The performance of TENG are dependent on amount of the input mechanical energy and characteristics of triboelectric materials. Furthermore, the whole TENG system including mechanical structure and electrical system can effect on output performance of TENG. In this work, we investigated the effect of gear train on output performance and power conversion efficiency (PCE) of TENG under a given input energy. We applied the gear train on mechanical structure to improve the contact rate. We measured the output energy under a constant input energy by controlling the size of the working gear. We prepared gears with gear ratios (rin/rw) of 1, 1.7, and 5. Under the constant input energy, the voltage and current from our gear-based TENG system were enhanced up to the maximum of 3.6 times and 4.4 times, respectively. Also, the PCE was increased up to 7 times at input frequency of 1.5 Hz. In order to understand the effect of kinematic design on TENG system, we performed a capacitor experiment with rectification circuit that provide DC voltage and current. Under the input frequency of 4.5 Hz, we obtained a 3 times enhanced rectifying voltage at a gear ratio of 5. The measured capacitor voltage was enhanced up to about 8 fold in using our TENG system. It is attributed that our gear-based TENG system could improve simultaneously the magnitude as well as the generation time of output power, finally enhancing output energy. Therefore, our gear-based TENG system provided an effective way to enhance the PCE of TENGs operating at a given input energy.

• 한국재료학회지
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• 제34권1호
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• pp.34-43
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• 2024

New piezoelectric and triboelectric materials for energy harvesting are being widely researched to reduce their processing cost and complexity and to improve their energy conversion efficiency. In this study, BaTiO₃ films of various thickness were deposited on Ni foams by R.F. magnetron sputtering to study the piezoelectric and triboelectric properties of the porous spongy structure materials. Then piezoelectric nanogenerators (PENGs) were prepared with spongy structured BaTiO₃ and PDMS composite. The output performance exhibited a positive dependence on the thickness of the BaTiO₃ film, pushing load, and poling. The PENG output voltage and current were 4.4 V and 0.453 ㎂ at an applied stress of 120 N when poled with a 300 kV/cm electric field. The electrical properties of the fabricated PENG were stable even after 5,000 cycles of durability testing. The triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) were fabricated using spongy structured BaTiO₃ and various polymer films as dielectrics and operated in a vertical contact separation mode. The maximum peak to peak voltage and current of the composite film-based triboelectric nanogenerator were 63.2 V and 6 ㎂, respectively. This study offers new insights into the design and fabrication of high output nanogenerators using spongy structured materials.

• 센서학회지
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• 제29권5호
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• pp.312-322
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• 2020

As the use of mobile devices increase, there is public interest in the utilization of the human motion generated mechanical energy. The human motion generated mechanical energies vary depending on the body region, type of motion, etc., and an appropriate device has to be designed to utilize them effectively. In this work, a device based on the principles of triboelectric generation and inertia was assessed in order to utilize the multi-axial mechanical energies generated by human motions. To improve the output performance we confirm the changes in the output that vary with the structural design, the reasons for such changes, and variations in performance based on the parts of the human body. In addition, the level of electrical energy generated based on motion type was measured; a maximum voltage of 30 V and a current of 2 ㎂ were generated. Finally, the proposed device was utilized in LEDs used for lighting, thus demonstrating that multi-axial mechanical energies can be harvested effectively. Based on the results, we expect that the developed device can be utilized as a sensor to detect mechanical energies, to sense changes in motion, or as a generator for auxiliary power supply for mobile devices.

• 전력전자학회논문지
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• 제25권4호
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• pp.243-250
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• 2020

Energy harvesting is a recent technology involving the harvest and utilization of extremely small surrounding energy. Energy harvesting research is conducted in various fields. Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) are energy harvesting technologies that use static electricity generated by physical movement or friction. Although TENGs generate output power in microwatt levels, they experience high internal impedance compared with other energy harvesting generators, thereby making the continuous transfer of electric power to loads difficult. This study proposes a power management system for TENGs that consists of three stages, that is, an AC/DC rectifier, an impedance coupler switch with a capacitor bank, and a DC/DC converter. In addition, the selection method of the AC/DC rectifier and DC/DC converter is proposed to maximize the amount of power transferred from energy harvesting areas. Furthermore, the impedance coupler switch and capacitor bank are discussed in detail. The validity and performance of the proposed three-stage power management system for TENGs are verified using a prototype system.

• 센서학회지
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• 제31권6호
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• pp.376-382
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• 2022

A triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) can obtain electrical output due to the reciprocal motion between two objects (i.e., rubbing), in which repetitive contact is made. High reliability, stable output, and high reproducibility are important aspects of the electrical output obtained through a TENG as a sensor or generator, thus enabling its meaningful use. Therefore, many researchers fabricated TENGs into individual parts in the form of one module type to obtain high reproducibility and reliability. Since a TENG manufactured as a module type operates as a single device, it is possible to collect kinetic energy and convert it into electrical energy through the interaction between internally configured elements without the need for a separate structure. In addition, it is relatively easy to apply the size to the body, machine tools, and natural environment by simply adjusting the size suitable for use and surrounding environmental conditions. In this paper, the application cases of module-type TENGs are divided into four areas, and the research progress of module-type TENGs in each area is extensively reviewed.

• Composites Research
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• 제36권3호
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• pp.224-229
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• 2023

최근 각종 전자기기의 소형화와 웨어러블 디바이스의 수요가 증가함에 따라 IT 기기들의 나노화가 진행되는 추세이며, 이에 따른 배터리의 크기 및 용량 등의 한계를 극복하기 위하여 에너지 하베스팅 기술인 마찰 대전에 대한 연구가 많은 관심을 받고 있다. 불소계 코팅을 진행한 양극산화 알루미늄은 대전 서열에서 음극 성향이 높은 대전층과 대전된 전하가 전극으로 손실없이 전달되도록 도와주는 절연층 그리고 전극을 모두 포함하고 있는 구조로서 마찰 대전 나노발전기의 적용에 있어 많은 연구가 진행되어 왔다. 본 연구에서는 마찰대전 나노발전기 적용에 유리한 양극산화 알루미늄을 활용하여 마찰대전 나노발전기에 영향을 미치는 표면 형상 및 절연층의 두께를 조절하여 발전량과의 상관관계에 대하여 분석하였다. 이러한 분석을 통하여 추후 마찰대전 나노발전기 제작에 있어 면적 대비 발전량을 증가시킬 수 있는 방향을 제시할 수 있었다.

• 한국기계가공학회지
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• 제21권5호
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• pp.9-15
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• 2022

Discarded bio-wastes, such as seeds and rinds, cause environmental problems. Multiple studies have recycled bio-wastes as eco-friendly energy sources to solve these problems. This study uses bio-waste to fabricate a mandarin peel powder based triboelectric nanogenerator (MPP-TENG). The MPP-TENG is based on the contact separation mode. It generates an open-circuit voltage and short-circuit current of 156V and 2µA, respectively. In addition, MPP-TENG shows stable operation over continuous 3000s without any deviation in output. Also, the device exhibits maximum power density of 5.3㎼/cm² when connected to a resistance of 100MΩ. In an energy storage capacity test for 1000s, the MPP-TENG stores an energy of 171.6µJ in a 4.7µF capacitor. The MPP-TENG can power 9 blue LEDs and 54 green lettering LEDs. These results confirm that the MPP-TENG can provide a new avenue for eco-friendly energy harvesting device fabrication.

• Composites Research
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• 제32권6호
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• pp.301-306
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• 2019

정전 소자는 기계적 에너지를 전기적 에너지로 바꿀 수 있는 소자로, 제작 공정이 간단하고 높은 전기적 출력을 발생시키는 장점이 부각되어 주목받고 있는 소자이다. 정전 소자가 소개된 이례 높은 출력으로 휴대형 전자기기를 충전할 수 있는 시스템이 소개되었으나, 최근 연구에서는 기체 항복과 전계 방출 현상으로 인한 출력의 한계가 보고되고 있다. 이와 같은 한계를 극복하기 위하여 본 연구에서는 금속-금속 표면 간 접촉을 활용하여 정전 소자에 이온 강화 전계 방출 현상과 전자 사태를 유도해 전자가 직접적으로 전극 사이를 흐를 수 있는 정전 소자 설계를 소개한다. 본 정전 소자의 출력은 평균 피크 개로 전압 340 V, 평균 피크 폐회로 전류 10 mA 정도로 측정되었고, 표면 전하 생성층의 표면 전하의 양에 따라 출력이 변화하였다. 본 연구에서 개발된 정전 소자는 실효 출력이 약 0.9 mW로, 기존 정전 소자에 비해 2.4배 높은 일률을 보였다. 본 정전 소자는 높은 출력을 통해 배터리, 커패시터 등을 사용하는 휴대형 전자기기 및 센서들을 독립적으로 충전시켜 유용하게 사용될 수 있을 것으로 사료된다.

• Composites Research
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• 제37권2호
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• pp.139-142
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• 2024

This study explores the impact of polymer blending on the mechanical properties and triboelectric energy harvesting capability of composite polymers. A multifunctional free-standing polymer blend composed of poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) and poly(diallyldimethylammonium chloride) (PDDA) was fabricated using a polymer casting method. Stress-strain analysis of the polymer blend revealed an enhanced stretchability of 308.4% with excellent transparency. Furthermore, triboelectric analysis revealed dynamic energy harvesting capabilities with impressive electrical voltage and current output of 50 V and 5 μA. These results represent a significant improvement compared to individual PVA and PDDA polymers and highlight the potential of polymer blending to enhance both mechanical and electrical properties for energy harvesting applications.

• 마이크로전자및패키징학회지
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• 제26권1호
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• pp.9-15
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• 2019

본 연구에서는 3차원 기공구조를 지닌 금속 및 고분자 소재를 이용한 수직 마찰모드의 정전기반 나노발전기(triboelectric nanogenerator, TENG) 제조기술을 소개하고 이에 관한 응용 연구를 수행하였다. 다양한 장점을 지닌 3차원 기공구조를 활용하여 설계된 간단하며 효율적인 나노발전기로, 반복적인 접촉/분리를 통해, 120 V에 이르는 순간 전압특성과 최대 출력 $0.74mW/m^2$을 획득하였다. 실제적인 응용 연구로 48개의 발광소자 구동 실험을 실시하였으며, 저전력 소비 전자소자 장치로의 응용 확장성을 확인하기 위해 회로 구성을 통한 커패시터 축적기능을 확인하였다. 본 연구에서 소개하는 정전기반 에너지 하베스팅 기술은 매우 경제적으로 제조할 수 있는 실용적인 접근방식으로, 반복적으로 가해지는 마찰에 의한 정전력을 효율적으로 획득하여 가까운 미래에 자가발전(self-powered)형 소형 전기소자 구동, 휴대형 전자기기 및 대규모의 전자 발전 장치에 적용 가능할 것으로 기대된다.