This unique resource provides a detailed understanding of the options for harvesting energy from localized, renewable sources to supply power to autonomous wire

"This book is an introductory text describing methods of harvesting electrical energy from mechanical potential and kinetic energy. The book focuses on the meth

Kinetic energy harvesting converts movement or vibrations into electrical energy, enables battery free operation of wireless sensors and autonomous devices and

The transformation of vibrations into electric energy through the use of piezoelectric devices is an exciting and rapidly developing area of research with a wid

Autonomous sensors transmit data and power their electronics without using cables. They can be found in e.g. wireless sensor networks (WSNs) or remote acquisiti