Efficient bio-assembled nanogenerator fabricated from chicken bone epidermis

Abstract

Using biological self-powered materials as a new energy source to replace traditional batteries to power micro-electronic devices is a current research hotspot. We herein fabricate a piezoelectric bio-nanogenerator from chicken bones. The nanogenerator can output a voltage of 1.25 V and a current of 9 nA after being subjected to a pressure of 30 N. This research facilitates an in-depth understanding of bio-nanogenerators and provides a new strategy for reusing bio-waste.