Researchers at MIT have developed a revolutionary self-powered sensor that harvests energy from its surroundings, eliminating the need for batteries or wired connections.
The sensor, designed to monitor hard-to-reach places like inside a ship’s engine, utilizes magnetic field energy generated by currents in wires to measure temperature. With a comprehensive design guide, engineers can balance energy availability with sensing requirements, ensuring efficient operation and storage of excess energy. The sensor’s potential applications range from factories to commercial spaces, promising cheaper, easier-to-install monitoring solutions.
An ongoing research aims to optimize energy management and explore alternative data transmission methods, further advancing the sensor’s capabilities in diverse environments.