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Footstep Power Generation Using Piezoelectric Sensor
Footstep Power Generation Using Piezoelectric Sensor
Adeel Ali1, Usama Khan1, Md. Omair Ahmad1, Asfia Aziz1, Neha1,
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School of Engineering Science and Technology (SEST) Jamia Hamdard
Abstract. In today’s world, the need for power is increasing at a very fast pace. The problem faced by
lack of power may have a number of solutions and the generation of power using footsteps is among one
of the infinite ways of producing renewable resources of energy. In this power generation method power is
generated using force applied during walking, the piezoelectric sensors are used as the source of
generation of power. In this model, the series connection of the piezoelectric is further connected to a
circuit that helps in storing the power generated. This energy can be generated while walking on certain
arrangements like footpaths, stairs, stations, etc. and can be generated in any densely populated area for
maximum efficiency.
1. Introduction
2. Methodology
Figure 3: Circuit Diagram for Footstep Power Generation Using Piezoelectric Sensor
In the final developed model, four piezoelectric sensors are coupled in series to increases the
output voltage. The voltage produced after applying force on the piezoelectric sensor is AC and therefore
it travels through the bridge rectifier to avoid any loss of voltage. The positive and negative voltages are
utilised to charge the rechargeable battery. A 4.7 uF capacitor along with a 470 Ω resistor is connected in
series with the LED to indicate the electricity produced by applying force, this capacitor also helps in
retaining the glow of electricity. Now, to further charge a device using the produced electricity we place
one IN4007 diode in forward biased mode, this ensures the flow of current in only in one direction and
hence minimizing current loss. For charging a mobile station we further connect this circuit to 7805
Voltage Regulator IC which can accept voltage ranging from 9v to 18v and outputs a voltage of 5v, this
charging is only enabled when the switch is turned on. Two capacitors of 470 uF are connected on the
input and output pins of 7805 Voltage Regulator IC to make the current flow smooth. To obtain a female
USB A port we have connected a booster convertor which can be used to charge a device.
Figure 4: Piezoelectric Sensors in series connection
4. Results
References
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[2] T. H. NG AND W. H. LIAO: Sensitivity Analysis and Energy Harvesting for a Self-Powered
Piezoelectric Sensor: First Published October 1, 2005
[3] Kiran Boby, Aleena Paul K, Anumol.C.V, Josnie Ann Thomas, Nimisha K.K Dept of EEE,
MACE, Kothamangalam: Footstep Power Generation Using Piezo Electric Transducers
[4] https://www.comsol.co.in/multiphysics/piezoelectric-effect
[5] https://www.nanomotion.com/piezo-ceramic-motor-technology/piezoelectric-effect/
[6] Ilias Katsouras1,2, Kamal Asadi1 , Mengyuan Li3,4, Tim B. van Driel5 , Kasper S. Kjær5 ,
Dong Zhao1 , Thomas Lenz1 , Yun Gu5 , Paul W. M. Blom1 , Dragan Damjanovic6 , Martin M.
Nielsen5 and Dago M. de Leeuw1,7*: The negative piezoelectric eect of the ferroelectric polymer
poly(vinylidene fluoride)
[7] Kiran Boby, Aleena Paul K, Anumol.C.V, Josnie Ann Thomas, Nimisha K.K Dept of EEE,
MACE, Kothamangalam: Footstep Power Generation Using Piezo Electric Transducers