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This innovative solution tackles the challenge of powering sensor nodes in smart buildings and cities. By integrating thermoelectric generators (TEGs) and phase change materials (PCMs) into building envelope components, the system harvests thermal energy from solar radiation and converts it into electricity. Sophisticated microelectronics boost and stabilise the fluctuating energy, which is stored for continuous use. This self-sustaining energy source enables real-time environmental monitoring and data transmission, even in extreme conditions, contributing to efficient energy management systems and the IoT ecosystem
Mohamed Al Musleh is an Assistant Professor of Product Innovation at Heriot-Watt University, Dubai Campus, and a PhD candidate in Sustainable Construction. His research spans multiple disciplines, focusing on innovative solar energy technologies, energy harvesting for IoT and WSN, and autonomous systems. He contributed to establishing the solar energy test site at Heriot-Watt University Dubai and is actively involved in projects on autonomous systems, energy harvesting, and wearable electronics. He is also an academic affiliate of iNetZ+ Global Research Institute in the Energy in Buildings theme, contributing to Net Zero initiatives. more
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
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