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FOOT STEP ELECTRICITY GENERATOR - Coggle Diagram
FOOT STEP ELECTRICITY GENERATOR
Piezoelectric Generators
Uses piezoelectric materials that generate an electric charge when subjected to pressure.
Commonly used in smart flooring, roads, and sidewalks to harness human movement.
Electromagnetic Induction-Based Generators
Uses coils and magnets to generate electricity when pressure is applied and released.
Works similarly to a dynamo, converting kinetic energy into electrical energy.
Rack & Pinion or Gear-Based Generators
A small generator or dynamo produces electricity as the gears turn.
Converts vertical foot pressure into rotational motion using gears or a rack & pinion system.
Advantages:
✔️ Renewable & sustainable energy source.
✔️ No extra effort required—energy is generated from daily activities.
✔️ Can be integrated into infrastructure without major modifications.
Applications of Footstep Power Generation:
Smart floors in public places (airports, shopping malls, train stations).
Street lighting systems powered by foot traffic.
Powering sensors and IoT devices in urban areas.
Emergency power sources in remote or disaster-prone areas.
Challenges:
⚡ Low power output per step (needs many steps for significant energy).
⚡ High initial cost of implementation.
⚡ Durability and efficiency of materials over time.