Managing and optimizing the output performances of a triboelectric nanogenerator by a self-powered electrostatic vibrator switch

An electrostatic vibrator switch has been introduced as a self-powered switch of a triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG), where its vibrating is driven by the potential difference of the TENG itself. Using this switch, the output voltage and output energy of the TENG can be maximized. Also, a circuit with enhanced powering ability for a capacitor and a QLED has been developed based on the self-powered switch.169