PowerVolt: Wireless charging for mobile devices using renewable power generation system

ABSTRACT

Telecommunication is the transmission of information over electromagnetic systems using technologies such as radio, wire, etc. Mobile phones are the most popular form of telecommunication. As a result, the usage of smartphones has drastically increased each year. And even during this current pandemic COVID-19, the usage of smartphones and internet has tremendously increased. Some significant applications include banking applications, education sectors (online classes), virtual meetings, e-commerce, travel, recreation etc. As the usage increases, there arises a frequent charge and discharge cycle. Enormous amount of energy is generated every day while carrying our daily activities by means of which, a significant amount of pressure is developed. Using this energy, an efficient model is proposed which uses piezoelectric and thermoelectric sensors to generate energy to suffice the daily needs of a common man. As aligning with the SDG goal number 7 - affordable and clean energy, the proposed idea is a step towards attaining a sustainable future. © 2020 IEEE.