Energy that is created when mechanical strain is converted into electrical current is termed Piezoelectric Energy. Simply put this kind of clean, sustainable energy can be harnessed from vibrating surfaces like train stations, highways and perhaps even dance floors.
The latest research in this field has produced a tiny device or a micro scaled piezoelectric device that can harvest energy from machines, buildings and infrastructure. The energy from this device can be used to power remote sensing equipment and could also play a major role in the maintenance of renewable energy infrastructure such as wind turbines. The use of this device also lowers human risk while dealing with this bulky equipment.
The creators of the device, European Nanotechnology Research institute IMEC and Holst Centre, specialists in wireless technology have also offered the device in a new lead free format.
