Vibration Energy Harvesting
A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "D: Energy Storage and Application".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 195
Special Issue Editor
Interests: vibration energy harvesters; wind turbines; nonlinear vibration; aeroelasticity and structural dynamics
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Dear Colleagues,
The development of energy harvesting is driven by the increasing reliance on electronic devices, the Internet of Things (IoT), and the necessity for decentralized power solutions. Vibration energy harvesting, in particular, offers an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional batteries for low-power devices. By exploiting ubiquitous mechanical vibrations, VEH enables self-powered systems in applications ranging from wearable technology to industrial monitoring. The technology's integration with advanced materials and microelectromechanical systems (MEMSs) has significantly improved energy conversion efficiency and broadened its application scope.
This Special Issue focuses on the theoretical advancements, design innovations, and real-world implementations of vibration energy harvesting systems. It aims to bring together researchers and practitioners from multidisciplinary domains to share insights and foster collaborations that advance VEH technologies. Topics range from material innovation and system modeling to the integration of VEH systems into broader energy solutions.
Detailed Topics:
- Fundamentals of VEH Technologies:
- Piezoelectric, electromagnetic, and triboelectric mechanisms.
- Multi-physics modeling and optimization strategies.
- Materials and Device Design:
- Advanced materials such as piezoelectric composites and flexible substrates.
- Design and fabrication of MEMS-based harvesters.
- System Integration and Optimization:
- Energy storage solutions compatible with VEH, including supercapacitors and microbatteries.
- Power management systems to maximize efficiency.
- Applications and Case Studies:
- Industrial monitoring, wearable devices, smart cities, and IoT networks.
- Deployment of autonomous sensors for remote or hard-to-reach locations.
- Future Trends and Challenges:
- Scalability and cost reduction.
- Addressing limitations in power density and vibration source dependency.
This Special Issue encourages contributions that bridge the gap between fundamental research and applied engineering, aiming to establish VEH as a cornerstone of next-generation energy solutions.
We look forward to receiving your submissions.
Prof. Dr. Yi-Ren Wang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- vibration energy harvesting (VEH)
- energy storage technologies
- piezoelectricity
- electromagnetic induction
- triboelectric nanogenerators
- internet of things (IoT)
- MEMS energy harvesters
- sustainable power solutions
- autonomous sensors
- renewable energy systems
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