Design and Development of a Waste Electrical Device Recycling System for Energy Harvesting

Abstract

The conversion of electrical device waste into usable electrical energy is a growing area of interest in sustainable technology and energy recovery. This process aims to mitigate energy loss, reduce environmental impact, and promote the efficient use of resources by reclaiming or recycling energy from discarded electrical devices. Various methods, such as regenerative braking systems, energy harvesting from waste heat, piezoelectric devices, and microbial fuel cells, offer innovative solutions for recovering energy from waste materials. Additionally, e-waste recycling and biogas power plants contribute by repurposing electronic waste and organic materials into usable energy. These technologies provide viable alternatives for harvesting energy from waste, enhancing the sustainability of electrical devices, and contributing to a circular economy. This paper explores the potential of these energy conversion techniques, their applications, and their role in transforming discarded materials into valuable energy sources. With the development of technology, human efforts are reduced, but the energy consumption has increased. In this paper, the electrical energy is generated from waste heat energy with the help of thermoelectric cooler (TEC) module. Depending on the temperature difference applied to the module, electricity is generated. To charge real-time applications, the generated electric potential is uplifted with the help of conversion circuit practically.