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Foam Composite Protects Packages and Harvests Energy During Shipping

Summary

Researchers at Purdue University have developed a new composite that has the ability to simultaneously apply vibration suppression to a packaged product and provide power to sensors that can monitor the product's environment. Coupling a triboelectric generator to a layer of polymer foam forms the composite. The generator harvests energy from its environment, which allows for the vibration of the polymer foam for protection of the package's content. The energy is allocated to sensors that can monitor the temperature, humidity, vibration, and other factors around the package to ensure its safety.

Technology Benefits

Keeps packages secure and safe Monitors environment for abnormalities

Technology Application

Shipping industry Smart packaging Vibration and shock Temperature, humidity-sensitive storage

Detailed Technology Description

James GibertPurdue Mechanical Engineering

Countries

United States

Application No.

None

Country/Region

USA

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