In the evolving landscape of sensor networks, the demand for energy-efficient and autonomous systems has never been more critical. The ability to power sensors through energy harvesting and off-grid energy production, for example, from hidden and untapped hydro resources, is pivotal for the continuous and autonomous operation of monitoring systems in remote and challenging environments. To push the boundaries of current research and development in this field, we invite the submission of abstracts for research papers that explore innovative solutions, technologies, and methodologies in energy harvesting and off-grid energy production to enhance self-powered sensors.
Topics of Interest:
We are seeking original research contributions that address, but are not limited to, the following topics:
1) Energy Harvesting Technologies:
* Hydro, solar, wind, thermal, and kinetic energy harvesters
* Novel materials and devices for efficient energy conversion
* Hybrid energy harvesting systems
* Development of electromagnetic and piezoelectric harvesters
2) Off-Grid Energy Production:
* Micro and nano-scale energy generators
* Autonomous energy systems for remote sensor networks
* Integration of renewable energy sources in sensor networks
3) Self-Sustaining Sensor Networks:
* Design and optimization of energy-autonomous sensors
* Power management strategies for off-grid sensor systems
* Case studies of self-supplying sensor deployments in challenging environments
4) Applications and Case Studies:
* Environmental monitoring in remote areas
* Industrial IoT and smart agriculture applications
* Healthcare monitoring in off-grid settings

This session is an initiative from the H-HOPE Horizon project: https://h-hope.eu/