Energy Harvesting From Roadways

Abstract

The rapid growth in energy consumption and the 
need for sustainable alternatives have driven researchers to 
explore unconventional energy sources. Roadways, which 
constitute vast networks with significant vehicular activity, 
hold untapped potential for energy harvesting. This paper 
investigates innovative methodologies to harness energy 
from roadways leveraging advancements in piezoelectric, 
thermoelectric and photovoltaic technologies. Piezoelectric 
materials embedded in road surfaces can convert 
mechanical stress from vehicle motion into electrical 
energy. Thermoelectric systems utilize heat generated by 
vehicular friction and solar radiation to produce power.