Enhancing the Triboelectric Nanogenerator Output by Micro Plasma Generation in a Micro-Cracked Surface Structure

Energy harvesting, especially for powering low-power internet-of-things (IoT) devices, is gaining attention in recent years. Triboelectric nanogenerators have been studied to improve the output by applying a structure that can concentrate electrons on surface of generator materials. For enhancing triboelectrification output, we herein focused power line. A method increasing amount lead potential difference and their acceleration was studied. rod shaken external vibrations; accumulated charges were discharged manner similar lightning rod. Micro plasma generated when made contact with mating micro-cracked innumerable times. The fabricated diamond tip moving horizontally surface. As resistance micro close zero, electron movement instantaneously accelerated. This type triboelectric be form an electric box. By using this amplifier, voltage amplified 2 3 times, current 10 15 times; thus, enhanced energy harvesting efficiency attained.