Ingo Stark
ABSTRACT
The increasing trend of miniaturization of mobile electronics is associated with a steady reduction of power consumption enabling the integration of wearable devices into smart textiles and implementation of energy harvesting technology.
Wearable thin-film thermoelectric generators (TEGs) are a unique energy harvesting solution currently being developed by Perpetua Power Source Technologies for powering wireless devices using body heat as a reliable power source. Integrated into apparel, such as a jacket, thermoelectric technology can power wireless devices that monitor an individual's movement or activity for safety, medical or location purposes.
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- Integrating thermoelectric technology into clothing for generating usable energy to power wireless devices
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