Triboelectric nanogenerators in harsh conditions: A critical review

C. Callaty; C. Rodrigues; J. Ventura

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Triboelectric nanogenerators in harsh conditions: A critical review

C. Callaty C. Rodrigues J. Ventura

Nano Energy Vol. 135 pp. 110661 · Elsevier BV

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Published: Mar 01, 2025
Vol/Issue: 135
Pages: 110661
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IFIMUP and Faculty of Sciences of the University of Porto; 4169-007 Porto; Portugal

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Foundation for Science and Technology

European Innovation Council

Cite This Article

C. Callaty, C. Rodrigues, J. Ventura (2025). Triboelectric nanogenerators in harsh conditions: A critical review. Nano Energy, 135, 110661. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nanoen.2025.110661

Triboelectric nanogenerators in harsh conditions: A critical review

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