| dc.description.abstract | In the era of globalization, energy demand has increased tremendously, with the International
Energy Agency predicting a 45% rise over the next 20 years. To meet this demand and support
global development, maximizing the use of natural energy sources, such as solar power, is
essential. Thermoelectric power generation is an effective way to directly convert thermal
energy into electrical energy. This technique, known for its lack of moving components,
silence, scalability, and reliability, is a subject of ongoing research. Many thermoelectric
systems are designed to harness waste heat from engines and natural sources like solar energy,
solar ponds, and hot springs. Our project aims to generate electricity by burning solid waste,
while monitoring the voltage, current, and temperature through an LCD display and IoT. The
IoT integration allows for load control, optimizing energy output.
Through this project, we aim to gather data on the quantitative relationship between the amount
of solid waste burned and the resulting power output. By analyzing this data, we can determine
how varying the quantity of waste input affects the voltage, current outputs in numerical terms,
providing insights into the efficiency and scalability of waste-to-energy systems. This project
presents a sustainable approach to waste management and energy production by converting
waste heat into electricity through a Thermoelectric Power Generator (TEG). The TEG
operates on the Seebeck effect, converting temperature differences into electrical power. Data
collected during the project indicated a direct correlation between increased temperature and
power output. For example, at 50°C, the TEG produced 0.11875 watts, while at 87.81°C, the
output rose to 2.24 watts. The system includes an IoT-enabled monitoring setup, displaying
voltage and current on an LCD and allowing remote control over power supply adjustments.
This integration of waste disposal and power generation offers an innovative solution for
energy demands, particularly in settings with significant waste generation. Through this
project, waste-to-energy conversion is demonstrated as both a viable and scalable alternative
energy source. | en_US |
