Design and fabrication of a self-powered voltage booster for enabling real-time applications of water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) assisted sediment microbial fuel cell

Key Points

• The self-powered voltage booster significantly improves the efficiency of microbial fuel cells, enabling faster energy generation.
• Key metrics show that using water lettuce can increase energy output in sediment microbial fuel cells, boosting power performance.
• This work involves a novel design and fabrication process for a self-powered voltage booster tailored for ecological applications.
• These advancements highlight the potential for sustainable energy solutions in environmental settings, supporting broader ecological benefits.