Advanced triboelectric nanogenerator based self-powered electrochemical system

Abstract

Electrochemistry have emerged as an eco-friendly and efficient approach in various fields, including material synthesis and environmental pollutant remediation. Nevertheless, traditional electrochemistry mainly depends on thermal power generation, exacerbating contemporary challenges related to energy shortage and environmental pollution. The pursuit of advanced technologies for the efficient and sustainable exploitation and utilization of green electrochemistry is of utmost importance. Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) are widely acknowledged as a highly promising technology for mechanical energy harvesting, which are characterized by an extensive range of material choices, straightforward device configurations, and cost-effective processing. Therefore, TENGs are a pivotal choice for the development of corresponding advanced electrochemical technologies. This review comprehensively the advancements achieved in the realm of self-powered electrochemical systems powered by TENGs. Advanced TENG based self-powered electrochemical systems are meticulously categorized and comprehensively summarized. Moreover, the design of power management circuits with TENG is explored to enhance product formation rates and improve energy efficiency of self-powered electrochemical systems. Ultimately, we present a perspective for the future development of advanced self-powered electrochemical systems that prioritize both high energy efficiency and accelerated product formation rates.