Electromagnetic Linear Vibration Energy Harvester Using Sliding Permanent Magnet Array and Ferrofluid as a Lubricant
We present an electromagnetic linear vibration energy harvester with an array of rectangular permanent magnets as a springless proof mass. Instead of supporting the magnet assembly with spring element, ferrofluid has been used as a lubricating material. When external vibration is applied laterally t...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2017-09-01
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Series: | Micromachines |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-666X/8/10/288 |