Foam Composite Protects Packages and Harvests Energy During Shipping
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.
Keeps packages secure and safe Monitors environment for abnormalities
Shipping industry Smart packaging Vibration and shock Temperature, humidity-sensitive storage
James GibertPurdue Mechanical Engineering
United States
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