Advanced Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Smart Devices and Emerging Technologies: A Review
Van-Long Trinh1, Chen-Kuei Chung2
1Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering, Hanoi University of Industry, 298 Caudien Street, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam.
Micromachines
|November 27, 2025
Summary
Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) offer a green, renewable energy solution for smart devices and emerging technologies. These advanced TENGs efficiently convert mechanical energy, enabling self-powered applications across various industries.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Energy Harvesting
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Smart devices and emerging technologies enhance daily life through automation and improved services.
- Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) are advanced energy harvesting devices offering a sustainable power source.
- TENGs are flexible, renewable, and can convert mechanical energy into electrical energy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent advancements in TENGs for smart device applications.
- To explore the potential of TENGs in various emerging technology sectors.
- To encourage further development of smart devices integrating TENG technology.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent high-performance TENG advancements.
- Analysis of TENG applications in smart devices and emerging technologies.
- Discussion of TENG advantages, disadvantages, and potential solutions.
Main Results:
- Advanced TENGs demonstrate high efficiency in harvesting wasted mechanical energy.
- TENGs are suitable for self-powered sensors, portable electronics, and healthcare applications.
- Integration of TENGs offers sustainable energy for diverse fields like Industry 4.0 and robotics.
Conclusions:
- TENGs represent a promising technology for powering smart devices and emerging technologies.
- Their versatility and renewable nature make them ideal for numerous practical applications.
- Further research into TENGs will drive innovation in sustainable technology and smart systems.
Keywords:
emerging technologiesrenewable energysmart devicessustainable energytriboelectric nanogeneratorMore Related Videos
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