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February 24, 2026Small0 citations

ZnSnO 3– Ecoflex/LDH–PU Based Triboelectric Nanogenerator for Motion‐Activated Battery‐Free Smart Street Lighting

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GRGunasekhar RamadasuIWInsun WooJYJae Uk Yoon

Key Points

  • The aim is to develop an efficient triboelectric nanogenerator for next-generation smart infrastructure applications.
  • Development of ZnSnO3-doped Ecoflex and LDH-reinforced PU nanofibers
  • Characterization of dielectric response and charge retention
  • Testing in wearable sensors and smart street lighting
  • Achieved 186 V peak voltage and 5.6 µA peak current
  • Demonstrated 8.84 µC/m2 surface charge density
  • Maintained stable performance over 20,000 cycles

Abstract

ABSTRACT The development of efficient and durable energy harvesting systems is essential for next‐generation smart infrastructure. Conventional polymer‐based triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) suffer from low dielectric constants and limited polarization, restricting output and lifespan. Here, we present a ZnSnO 3 ‐doped Ecoflex and layered double hydroxide (LDH)‐reinforced polyurethane (PU) nanofiber‐based TENG, forming a synergistic triboelectric interface. ZnSnO 3 enhances dielectric response and surface charge generation, while LDH–PU nanofibers improve charge retention and polarization stability. The optimized EZ1/PL5‐TENG delivers 186 V peak voltage, 5.6 µA peak current, and 8.84 µC/m 2 surface charge density, maintaining stable performance over 20,000 cycles. The device efficiently converts biomechanical motion into electrical energy, as demonstrated in both wearable flexion sensing and a motion‐triggered, battery‐free street lighting system that directly powers LEDs. This scalable, flexible TENG platform offers high output, long‐term durability, and practical applicability, highlighting its potential for sustainable smart city illumination, sensing networks, and self‐powered electronics.

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Ramadasu et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699d401ade8e28729cf6529bhttps://doi.org/10.1002/smll.202510831
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