The new technology captures and converts ambient energy into useful energy. This enables devices to generate their own electricity from sources such as light, heat or motion.
The South Korean company DEOGAM has taken a significant step forward in the field of sustainable energy and presented a revolutionary technology that can change the process of energy generation, writes interestingengineering.com.
The new technology captures and transforms environmental energy into useful energy. This enables devices to self-generate electricity from sources such as light, heat or motion. The battery uses advanced materials and intelligent engineering to harvest energy from the environment using photovoltaics, piezoelectric elements and thermoelectric generators.
Working with the Korean automotive industry, DEOGAM is testing its new product in 500 Hyundai Ioniq 5 taxis in Jeju, South Korea. If successful, the plan is to implement the technology in EU electric cars by April next year.
The technology could revolutionize not only electric cars, but also wearable devices, smartphones and Internet of Things devices. For example, it could allow smart watches and fitness trackers to generate energy from body heat and movement. In smartphones, screens can also function as solar panels, extending battery life throughout the day. IoT devices and smart home gadgets can become self-sufficient, minimizing the need for frequent battery replacements.
The company has successfully demonstrated its prototypes and is now focused on scaling production and establishing partnerships with electronics manufacturers. DEOGAM plans to integrate its energy-harvesting batteries into consumer products within the next two years.