Innovative Device for Measuring Energy-Harvesters

Abstract

In recent years, the topic of Energy-Harvesters has been increasingly discussed. New materials are constantly being developed to make it more efficient to harvest energy from the environment, which can be collected in various forms. New materials and Energy-Harvesters are measured to verify their effectiveness and many are tested under practical conditions. Comprehensive measurements are needed to verify the theoretical designs, for which, among other measuring instruments, resistive loading is used. This paper presents the design and implementation of an optimized electronic resistive load, which allows the automation of measurements through communication using SCPI commands. Due to its compact size, it allows working even in field conditions.In recent years, the topic of Energy-Harvesters has been increasingly discussed. New materials are constantly being developed to make it more efficient to harvest energy from the environment, which can be collected in various forms. New materials and Energy-Harvesters are measured to verify their effectiveness and many are tested under practical conditions. Comprehensive measurements are needed to verify the theoretical designs, for which, among other measuring instruments, resistive loading is used. This paper presents the design and implementation of an optimized electronic resistive load, which allows the automation of measurements through communication using SCPI commands. Due to its compact size, it allows working even in field conditions.