Electricity generated by the human body

Is that really possible?

What result would try to generate 10 to 100 milliwatts of electricity from the human body?

How uncomfortable it is for scientists to create comfortable but power-generating clothing

If it weren't for electricity, you wouldn't be reading this article. Not because the electricity has gone dark, but because without electricity our brain cannot function. In fact, it is the electrical signals that run through our bodies that enable us to function. Although the human body does not produce large amounts of electricity, scientists believe that it is possible to use it to develop life-changing devices.

For example, making garments from a material that can generate electricity from human body heat or movement. Professor Steve Baby, an inventor at the University of Southampton in the UK, is trying to come up with a similar outfit. Professor Steve wants to create a coat that can power medical sensors on the human body. This will make it easier for the device to check the patient's blood pressure, blood sugar level, heart rate, etc. at specific times of the day.

The devices will then send the results wirelessly to the doctor or hospital. This will save the patient from having to go to the hospital or doctor again and again and save time, energy, and money. In this regard, Professor Steve says, "We want to invent a garment that generates electricity while performing daily tasks." When it generates enough electricity, it should be used. When the work is done, the devices become "silent" again. When clothes start generating electricity anew. "

However, creating such a garment is a difficult challenge for scientists. The reason is that electricity is always generated by the friction of atoms. While the clothing is designed to give the person a chance to relax. That's why experts want to create clothing that is comfortable as well as generates electricity in some way. Some scientists believe that the power generation system should be fitted in shoes or socks where the natural forces are constantly in motion.

The power of the heartbeat

It is also possible to generate electricity from the movements of the human blood system or internal organs. Dr. Paul Roberts, a cardiologist at Southampton University Hospital, has invented a pacemaker that generates electricity from the heartbeat. Dr. Roberts says, "Whenever we accidentally put our hands on our hearts, the intensity of its beating amazes us." Even though we usually can't keep our hands on our hearts for long, even then the heart is at rest. If one walks, runs, and works, the heart beats faster. So the human organ is a treasure trove of energy that can be tapped. "

The balloon of this mechanical pacemaker is placed between the two chambers of the heart. So whenever the heartbeats, they inflate the balloon. A magnet is attached to the balloon by wire. Whenever the balloon bursts, the magnet generates electricity. Dr. Roberts and his team have used this method to generate 50% of the electricity needed by a pacemaker.

There are currently pacemakers available whose shackles become inoperable after 6.7 years. Therefore, new handcuffs have to be put through the operation. Obviously, if the patient's own heart-generated electric pacemaker starts running, God willing, he can answer. In this regard, Dr. Roberts says, "Our invented pacemaker will run on only 1% of the heart's energy." Therefore, even if a patient's heart is very weak, one percent is so small that it will not affect his overall function.

Innovations for soldiers

Meanwhile, Cornfield University in the United States is developing devices that can be used by soldiers to generate electricity. For example, brackets worn on the knees to allow soldiers to march or run, then the equipment installed in them began to generate electricity. In fact, today's military carries all kinds of electronic devices. All those devices are handcuffed. Scientists want the devices to be powered by physical electricity, so there will be no need for handcuffs, and soldiers will have to carry less weight.

Some power generators will fit on shoes or backpacks. Since both places are usually in motion, more electricity will be generated here. Richard Daniels, a researcher at Cornfield University, says that if a soldier's own body starts generating electricity, he will no longer need shackles, so he can perform his duties much better. Initially, power generators will cost a lot, but in the long run, the benefits outweigh the costs.