Periodic Reporting for period 1 - TEMD (Triboelectrification-muscle dynamics framework for developing triboelectric nanogenerators (TENG) as implantable bio-applications)
Okres sprawozdawczy: 2022-01-01 do 2023-12-31
Therefore, it is important to establish a framework between triboelectrification (TE) and muscle dynamics (MD) using experimental and computational simulation methods, so that the best in-vivo location for TENGs can be easily identified without wasting a large number of animal experiments. Given the framework, the research on TENGs can be boosted, leading to wide benefits to the relevant patients and the advance on scientific technology in energy harvesting.
The main objective of this project is to develop a TE-MD framework that can (1) predict the output performance of TENGs at any position of specific muscle, and (2) to design and optimize TENGs in certain circumstances for the improvement of performance and durability.
Second, the computer models of TENGs and dynamic heart were established individually and then simulated coupling. Based on the experimental data, more situations were tested in modelling.
Third, the validation of framework was conducted and used for optimization of TENGs design.
Fourth, in the meantime, as a part of mechanism study, the fringing effect on TENGs were investigated.
The main results include:
(1) The interactions between TENGs and external motions were comprehensively studied, and disseminated in the workshop.
(2) The computational coupling model of TENG and dynamic heart was established, and disseminated in the conference.
(3) The fringing effect on boosting TENG performance was investigated, and under the review process of publication.
Beyond the academic, the outcomes of the project will also benefit a wide range of areas.
On one hand, the industry can transfer the knowledge and convert the technology into commercialization. The knowledge of such framework can reach technology readiness level (TRL) 5 which corresponds “Component and/or Breadboard Validated in Simulated or Realspace Environment”, providing high potential for industry to perform product development.
On the other hand, regulators can use the outcomes to facilitate the standardization activities in this interdisciplinary field.