Foot-step Power Generation
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, KCT Engineering College, Karnataka, India.
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International Journal of Frontiers in Engineering and Technology Research, 2025, 09(02), 001-008.
Article DOI: 10.53294/ijfetr.2025.9.2.0048
Publication history:
Received on 05 September 2025; revised on 15 October 2025; accepted on 17 October 2025
Abstract:
Harvesting kinetic energies is a sustainable method for generating electricity without depleting natural resources. The main mechanisms for kinetic energy harvesting are piezoelectric, electromagnetic, electrostatic or by using magnetostrictive materials. This study focuses on harvesting of walking energy and aims to compare different technologies used for converting of walking energy to electricity, and identify the most effective technology. Several types of harvester located on body of user to harvest kinetic energy of body during walking, while some pavement slabs are produced for harvesting energy.
Energy is an essential resource in today's world, and the demand for sustainable and renewable energy solutions is increasing. Our project, "Footstep Power Generation Using Arduino Microcontroller," explores an innovative method to harness energy from footsteps and convert it into electrical power. The project utilizes Arduino Uno as the microcontroller to manage and process inputs from sensors. The primary components include a piezoelectric sensor and a pressure sensor integrated beneath tiles. These sensors generate electrical energy when subjected to pressure from footsteps. The generated energy is stored in a rechargeable battery (power supply) and can be used to power small electronic devices or systems.
A 16x2 LCD display is used to provide real-time feedback on the energy generated, ensuring the system's functionality and user engagement.
Keywords:
Piezoelectric Sensor; Footstep Energy Harvesting; Renewable Energy
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