Smart energy coating for independent power generation in pavement and machine elements

Abstract

Developed Smart Energy Coating is capable to generate electric power independently and to ensure a stable temperature regime for road surface, machine elements and control systems. This can provide additional reliability and safety of the structure in harsh climate. The energy production scheme is based on the Peltier principle and the insulating layer with a phase transition. Thermal conductive inclusions inside the layer with phase transition material support the stable operation of the Peltier element. In the article variants of Smart Energy Coating are proposes for the mode of operation with the highest energy generation.