Roadway Embedded Renewable Electricity Generation System
DRIVE
November 7, 2024
A roadway-embedded electric energy generation system is disclosed. In one embodiment, a pressure plate embedded with piezoelectric elements are disposed in a driveway/roadway/roadway and is coupled to pressure sensors. The pressure plate generates electricity when compressed by vehicle weights. The electricity generated is stored in a power storage module and managed via a control box that regulates power distribution to external grids or local utilities such as streetlights or electric vehicle charging stations. The system also includes a turbine generator to produce electricity. In another embodiment, the system includes a plurality of road energy tiles, each incorporating flywheel generators and activated by surface pressure due to compression of vehicle weights. The tiles are embedded into the driving surface and are connected to an energy storage and control module equipped with cooling mechanisms and power control functionalities.
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