Scientists in Germany have developed a triboelectric nanogenerator that converts mechanical pressure into electricity using water in silicon’s nanoscale pores. This breakthrough could enable efficient power generation in high-pressure environments
Porous silicon microparticles. Pic Courtesy/Haifa Shen lab
Researchers in Germany have developed a novel way to generate electricity using water and pressure by harnessing the power of friction within the tiniest pores of silicon. Scientists have discovered that mechanical energy can be converted into electrical power through triboelectric generation.
The new process relies on water confined in nanometer-sized silicon pores, which act as the active medium for energy production. It could be applied in environments with high mechanical pressure.
The team developed a system known as the Intrusion-Extrusion Triboelectric Nanogenerator. It uses pressure to force water into and out of nanoscale pores repeatedly. During this process, electric charges separate at the interface between the silicon pore walls and the liquid, creating frictional electricity similar to everyday life.
When materials rub together, such as when walking across a PVC carpet and touching a metal doorknob, electrons transfer between surfaces, creating a static charge that discharges as a small electric shock. The new process replicates this effect but harnesses it in a controlled, efficient, and continuous way to generate electricity.
This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!
