[DATASET 9] - PLANT-ROBOT INTERFACES FOR ENERGY HARVESTING

In the framework of GrowBot project, task 7.2 aims at developing bio-hybrid energy harvesting systems based on the triboelectric effect. The energy conversion occurs at plant leaves level during mechanical stimulation (i.e., wind, rain, etc.). Two main components have been developed in GrowBot: - Flexible artificial “leaves” (flexible electrodes covered with tailored materials) to enhance mechanical impacts with the plant leaves and further enhance power output. - Minimal-invasive electrodes that establish electrical contact between GrowBots and real plants. DS9 aims at collecting all the experimental data gathered during these activities.