The Advancements in Energy Generation
The world's ever-increasing human population has resulted in significant advances in energy generation. Piezoelectric energy is a type of electricity generation that is used all over the world. The conversion of oscillatory mechanical energy into electrical energy is known as piezoelectric energy. Energy can be harvested using one of two methods: the "33" mode or the "31" mode. A 33 mode is one in which the piezo is parallel to the dipole and a 31 mode is one in which the piezo is perpendicular to the dipole. It is crucial to remember, however, that there are two methods: resonance and static. The resonance mode allows a user to record the highest frequency produced while harvesting energy. The method however offers a fault to the process as it is not possible to find the mechanical source of energy. The two methods are usable although attention to detail has to be factored while making a conclusion. Piezoelectric energy offers hope for the future on various modes of producing energy globally.
The Process of Harvesting Energy from Piezo Material
The process of harvesting energy from piezo material is one of the greatest discoveries in recent time. The diminishing sources of clean energy have made it necessary to seek different ways of harvesting energy. It is however important to note that, some energy is lost in the process of transferring it. Switch circuits however offer a good solution of maximizing energy harvested. Designers of Piezo's have been known to use inductors in a bid to maximize the amount of electricity harvested in a certain period. Variation in vibration frequency is one instance when energy is likely to be lost. A synchronized switch harvesting on inductor circuit is the widely used method of maximizing energy collection. The system works in such a way that the piezo structure operates synchronically with the conductor. In this instance, it is possible to harvest energy optimally.
The Role of Switch Circuits in Energy Harvesting
It is clear that switch circuits play an important role in boosting the amount of oscillatory energy converted to mechanical energy. It is however important to note existence of variations in frequencies and loads. The two factors play a vital role in determining the amount of energy that is harvested. The parallel, series and standard circuits are some of the widely used methods. Parallel circuit is one where there exist two or more paths for electricity flow with the loads parallel. Series circuit on the other hand is one where electricity flows in one direction with equal distribution. The other method is the standard circuit where energy is transferred equally across the system. In the end it is clear that, the parallel circuit system is the most effective given in relation to band width and output of energy. The type of system chosen while harvesting energy plays a role in determining the amount collected. The standard and series circuit should be last options while choosing a circuit system.
The Use of Circuitry in Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting
The process of harvesting energy has been enhanced over the years with inclusion of circuits to maximize energy collection. It is hence for this reason that a new piezoelectric energy circuitry system is used. The process mainly involves vibration of various parts of a piezo with the energy produced being harvested. It is possible to increase the amount of energy harvested by returning part of it in the circuit. This is achievable by flipping energy across the vibrating part twice by harvesting energy and investing it. The process is biased as one has to choose specific time when flipping energy. Inductors used while dealing with energy production play an important role in reducing amount of energy lost. Energy harvesting is a complicated procedure although maximum energy can be harnessed in the process. It is possible to harvest a lot of energy at any given time by identifying when to harvest and invest.
The Importance of Piezoelectric Materials in Energy Production
Piezoelectric materials have been used over the years in a bid to seek an alternative form of energy production. Oscillatory mechanical energy is one of the widely used system of producing energy. It is hence for this reason that, two schematics one being parallel while the other is series schematics are used. The two schematics produce a fairly high amount of energy although the parallel method proves more effective. It is possible to identify a difference in the two systems in that piezonic generators connected as a series functions as a voltage source. The parallel arrangement on the other hand acts as a current source. In the two systems, the main goal is to ensure there is maximum energy production. The parallel system is however the perfect system of maximizing energy production. In the end it is important to note that production of energy is dependent on several factors. The method of harvesting energy is one critical element in the production process. The other important element is incorporation of circuits at various levels.
