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Kalinangan Refereed Journal

Volume no. 32 | 2024/06
Issue no. 1


Title
Design and Implementation of a Weather-Adaptive Hybrid Energy Harvester for Low Power Devices in Multi-purpose Hall of Barangay Mainaga, Mabini, Batangas
Author
Karen D. Dalangin, Karl Wilhelm L. Buri, Harold John B. Fetizanan, Rochelle Ann L. Javier, Luis C. Mendoza III, Edgar Allen T. Salvacion
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Abstract
The concept of hybrid energy harvesting is applied to improve the performance of  regular stand-alone energy harvesters. The design and development of a weather adaptive hybrid energy harvester is the focus of this research that addresses the  challenges associated with harnessing renewable energy for low-power devices. The  proposed system integrates solar and rainwater as its energy sources in real-time to  create an efficient solution that can adapt to current weather conditions. The design  emphasizes the utilization of materials and innovative energy conversion technologies  to enhance the overall performance of the hybrid energy harvester. One of the main  features of the system is its adaptability, done through a smart-control system that  adapts harvesting methods in real-time based on current weather conditions. This  adaptive approach optimizes energy harvesting by taking advantage of environmental  factors, including sunlight intensity and rainwater, to ensure reliable power generation.  The prototype implementation includes the integration of a battery storage system and  inverter, serving the dual purpose of energy storage and maintaining a steady power  supply for connected devices. Experimental testing is conducted on the prototype to  validate the efficacy of the hybrid energy harvester in terms of performance and  effectiveness. This research contributes valuable insights on renewable and sustainable  energy for low-power applications.
Keywords
hybrid energy harvester, low-power devices, power generation, weather adaptive, rainwater, solar power
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