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Power generation from randomly oriented electrospun nanofiber membranes
journal contribution
posted on 2012-01-01, 00:00 authored by Jian Fang, Xungai Wang, Tong LinRandomly orientated electrospun poly(vinylidene fluoride) nanofiber membranes were directly used as active layers to make mechanical-to-electrical energy conversion devices. Without any extra poling treatment, the device can generate high electrical outputs upon receiving a mechanical impact. The device also showed long-term working stability and ability to drive electronic devices. Such a nanofiber membrane device may serve as a simple but efficient energy source for self-powered electronics.