Bilkent University National Nanotechnology Research Center’s (UNAM) Asst. Prof. Mustafa Ordu has authored a new book entitled Nanogenerators: Energy Harvesters and Self-powered Sensors, published by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
The book examines nanogenerator technologies from an interdisciplinary perspective, bringing together the fundamental knowledge and concepts of this field. Focusing in particular on the principles of piezoelectricity and triboelectricity, it explains the mechanisms by which physical phenomena can be converted into electricity, while also providing a comprehensive overview of the materials and fabrication methods involved. In addition, it compares the advantages and limitations of different systems and offers an in-depth discussion of hybrid and alternative approaches.
Going beyond theoretical foundations, the work situates the subject within a practical context through examples of nanogenerators’ various applications, illustrating their potential uses in energy harvesting and self-powered sensor technologies. The book concludes with the author’s reflections on the future of these technologies, supported by extensive references that guide readers toward a deeper exploration of this dynamic area of research.
