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Energy Harvesting Node
HW-005ResearchEnergy SystemsRevised 2026-03-22
Solar + kinetic hybrid harvesting node for autonomous field sensors.
OVERVIEW
Overview
Description
Research node combining PV, kinetic and thermal harvesting to sustain field sensors indefinitely.
Current phase
Research — bench harvesting characterisation.
Objectives
- Zero-battery duty cycles
- Documented harvesting envelope
Engineering challenges
- Cold-start energy budget