Mechanically robust triboelectric nanogenerator with a shear thickening fluid for impact monitoring
Seong‐Yun Yun, Il‐Woong Tcho, Weon‐Guk Kim, Dowan Kim, Joon-Ha Son, Sangwon Lee, Yang‐Kyu Choi
Abstract
A triboelectric nanogenerator using a shear thickening fluid is fabricated. Its Janus-face behaviors are analyzed by comparative experiments. With its enhanced mechanical robustness and durability, an impact monitoring system is developed.
Topics & Concepts
Triboelectric effectNanogeneratorThickeningDurabilityMaterials scienceRobustness (evolution)Composite materialChemistryBiochemistryPolymer scienceGenePiezoelectricityAdvanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting MaterialsConducting polymers and applicationsTactile and Sensory Interactions