Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting: Materials, Methods, and Applications
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy Science and Technology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 19
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Interests: sensing technologies; numerical modeling; damage detection; wave propagation; energy harvesting
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Dear Colleagues,
The global shift toward sustainable and autonomous technologies has intensified the demand for innovative energy solutions. Among these, piezoelectric energy harvesting has emerged as a transformative approach for powering next-generation electronic systems by converting ambient mechanical energy into electrical power. This Special Issue aims to highlight cutting-edge research and technological advancements in piezoelectric materials, harvesting mechanisms, and real-world applications.
Recent breakthroughs have significantly enhanced the performance and versatility of piezoelectric energy harvesters. Notably, lead-free piezoceramics such as barium titanate (BTO) have demonstrated remarkable improvements in energy output through synergistic design strategies, including the introduction of aligned micro-pores to optimize piezoelectric coefficients and energy harvesting figures of merit. These innovations have enabled the development of high-output devices that are capable of powering microelectronics and monitoring infrastructure stability.
In parallel, piezoelectric nanogenerators (PENGs) have gained traction for their ability to efficiently capture mechanical energy at the micro- and nanoscale levels. Advances in material selection, fabrication techniques, and structural design have led to more flexible, durable, and high-performance devices suitable for wearable electronics, biomedical sensors, and the Internet of Things (IoT).
This Special Issue invites original research articles, reviews, and case studies that explore the following areas:
- Novel piezoelectric materials and composites for energy harvesting;
- Advanced modeling and simulation techniques;
- Scalable fabrication methods and device integration;
- Applications in MEMS/NEMS, IoT, smart infrastructure, and biomedical systems;
- Environmental and sustainability considerations in material sourcing and device lifecycle.
We particularly encourage submissions that address green manufacturing, circular economy principles, and eco-friendly material innovations. Contributions from both academic and industrial researchers are welcome, aiming to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and accelerate the deployment of self-powered technologies.
Join us in shaping the future of sustainable energy by sharing your latest findings in this dynamic and impactful field.
Dr. Magdalena Palacz
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- energy harvesting
- green energy
- modeling and simulation techniques
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