Design and Fabrication of A System for Harnessing Energy From Road Traffic

Abstract

This paper is the design, fabrication and demonstration of harnessing electric power from the kinetic energy of the moving vehicles which is being wasted on the roads. The energy, which is being converted to useless heat by the obstructing friction at the speed breakers and bumps, can be used to turn a generator beneath the road surface to generate electric power. Generating electricity from moving vehicles along a road, by installing a system of mechanical and electronic components beneath the road level with a parabolic metal sheet atop of the system, converting the linear reciprocating motion of the tie rod to rotational motion of high gear enabling rotation of generator shaft in both the directions. A low gear is used to increase the speed of rotation and thereby increase the rotations of generator ensuring a relatively stable energy generation. This paper explains clearly, the working principle of the designed system, its practical implementation, and advantages. Design of each component has been carried out using standard procedures, and a similar prototype of the system has been modelled using CATIA V5 PRIMER software. Conclude that to be materially rich and prosperous.