Self sufficient wireless transmitter powered by foot-pumped urine operating wearable MFC.
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چکیده
The first self-sufficient system, powered by a wearable energy generator based on microbial fuel cell (MFC) technology is introduced. MFCs made from compliant material were developed in the frame of a pair of socks, which was fed by urine via a manual gaiting pump. The simple and single loop cardiovascular fish circulatory system was used as the inspiration for the design of the manual pump. A wireless programmable communication module, engineered to operate within the range of the generated electricity, was employed, which opens a new avenue for research in the utilisation of waste products for powering portable as well as wearable electronics.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Bioinspiration & biomimetics
دوره 11 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2015