Development of Energy-Harvesting Wearable Biomedical Devices: Designing Self-Powered Sensors for Continuous Health Monitoring

Abstract

This study investigates the development of energy-harvesting wearable biomedical devices designed to continuously monitor health metrics without the requirement for external power sources. By integrating self-powered sensors that utilize ambient energy, such as body heat and motion, we aim to evaluate the performance and user acceptance of these devices in real-world settings. Our findings indicate that energy-harvesting technologies can effectively support continuous health monitoring, enhancing the practicality and longevity of wearable devices. The pursuit of alternative energy sources has generated considerable interest in energy harvesting devices, which offer sustainable and autonomous power production. These technologies transform ambient energy from the human body or the environment into electrical power, thereby diminishing or potentially removing dependence on conventional batteries. This technology can offer a continuous along with reliable power source by utilizing ambient energy, that includes body heat, chemical energy from body fluids, mechanical movements, as well as light. In addition to improving the user experience by lowering the frequency of recharging, this encourages the creation of wearable devices that are more flexible, lightweight, and comfortable.