SRMS EASWARI ENGINEERING COLLEGE

RAMAPURAM-CHENNAI-89

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND

ENGINEERING

ELECTRONICS

PAPER PRESENTATION
ON
ARTIFICIAL RENEWABLE ENERGY
USING NANO TREES
SUBMITTED BY:
P.Shankar,P.kausik
SUBMITTED TO:
GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING COLLEGE-SALEM

NANO TREE USING POWER PRODUCTION

Keywords: Nano leaves thermo
voltaic, photovoltaic and piezoelectric

Abstract:
Harvesting
energy
from
the
environment is important, natural trees
and plants do this efficiently already for
millions of years. Our invention is the
mimicking of this ingenious concept
also referred to as bio mimicry or bio
mimetic. In particular this invention
relates to the shape and form of leaves
and needles and their incorporated
nonmaterials that allows the Nano leaf
to harvest, capture environmental
energies like solar radiation, wind and
sound and convert this into electricity,
the Nano leaves made from a flexible
substrate, is exploited on both sides,
using a process called thin-film
deposition which will be incorporated
in thermo and photovoltaic material for
the purpose of converting solar
radiation (light and heat). In addition
we introduce piezoelectric connective
elements that connect/affix the leaf to
the plant or tree, this not only allows
quick and secure assembly but it also
serves for turning wind energy into
electricity. Furthermore we intend to get
our Nano leaves as close to real as
possible, one way to achieve this is to
emboss the leaves, creating a threedimensional leaf surface image, which
is beneficial for harvesting and
capturing solar radiation.
The invention advances upon all prior
art artificial leaves, needles and grasses
including water based plants, this
method not only foresees an economical
and efficient way to harvest solar
radiation and wind energy via
incorporation of thermo- photovoltaic
and piezoelectric materials but also
reveals a method for affixing artificial
leaves that can harvest and capture

solar radiation, wind energy and energy

generated from falling rain and hail,
providing an aesthetically pleasing and
natural looking artificial leaves and
needles that can be affixed to trees,
plants, shrubs and water based plants.
Furthermore the main advantage of
these Nano leaves is that these leaves
are converting more energy than the
solar panels. When we compared the
energy produced from Nano leaf tree to
the energy produced with the solar
panels, we found out that artificial
Nano trees are converting solar
radiation (light and heat) and wind(3 in
1) 130kwh p/in2 per year 370 euro p/in
and solar panels are converting sun
light 90Kwh p/in2 580p/in2.About the
usage of this energy, this electrical
energy can be used for driving the car
which will reduce the use of the fossil
fuels and can be used to enlighten the
house. It concludes by stating that the
scope of the renewable energy from the
Nano leaf tree in a relatively modern
field will tend to solve the very big
problems for the world like global
warming.

1. Introduction:
Today much debate has been going on in
scientific circles about how real is the
phenomenon of global warming and what
would be mankinds response in averting
the consequence of it. Realizing this,
steps have been taken to reduce the use
of fossil-based energy and substituting
the same with renewable sources such as
solar and wind energy etc. Till now we
are producing the electrical energy with
the means of either wind mills (only the
effect of wind) or solar panels (only the
effect of solar energy) so far but all the
two forms of these energies we are not
using in same system. If we will do so
then surely we can get the more efficient
system than ever we had. So here in this

paper we will demonstrate how an

artificial tree will produce the electrical
energy by using both (wind as well as
solar) energies .For constructing the
artificial tree the first step is to construct
the nano leaves .The nano leaf will
consist of two transparent conducting
layers one at the top and other one at the
bottom .Between these two layers we are
placing thin film photo voltaic layer to
convert the sunlight into electrical energy
and thin film thermo voltaic layer to
convert the
thermal radiation into
electricity [1].The nano leaves then
connected to twigs and branches using
tiny piezoelectric elements that convert
the movements of the leaves caused by
wind and rain into more electricity. It will
be interesting to know that one tree
depending on the size and location, can
produce between 2000 and 12000 kHz
per year [2] plus the trees provide shade
and
function
as
a
windbreak.

2. Why Nano leaves:

We know very well that piezoelectric
crystals, photo voltaic cell and thermo
voltaic cells are used to convert the one
form of energy into electrical energy but
till now we are not using these all the
techniques in the single system. Think if
we are mingling these all the techniques
in single system then surely different
types of energies coming to the system
can be converted into huge amount of
electrical energy. So for this, the only and
the best solution is the Nano leaves
because the leaves on a tree get all these
types of energies such as solar energy
from sun, wind energy as well as stress
from the rain and for converting these all
the energies into electrical energy all the
above mentioned techniques we are
having in a single nano leaf. The other
main motive to choose nano leaves is that
the size is small and compact. The other
main advantage of using Nano leaves is
that it can produce more electrical energy

than

the

solar

panels.

Fig. (1) View of solar panels and nano

leaves trees
Table (1): Comparison b/w solar cells &
nano trees in production field.
S.No.
1.
2.

Solar Cells
90kwh/in2
It can produce power
from solar energy
only

Nano leaves
130kwh/in2
It can produce power
from solar, wind and
from rain also

3. Overview of Nano
leaves Technology:
One of the emerging nanotechnologies
related to renewable energy is nano
leaves and stems of artificially created
trees or plants. They are intended to
harness energy provided by the wind and
sun, thereafter converting it into
electrical
energy
Moreover, to better understand the
fundamental of nano leaves, we have to
dig into an innovative field of
technologic development, called Bio
mimicry

4. Overview of Bio
mimicry Technology:
The nano leaves have been specially
designed to imitate the natural process of
photosynthesis. A mechanism by which,
typical plants absorb the light emitted by

the sun and CO2 in the atmosphere. The

artificial trees do even copy the natural
re-cycling
process oxygen.
It is very recent that nano leaves
technology started to reap even more
advanced levels. It can now harvest
thermal energy as well. Moreover, the
leaves fixed on artificial trees are also
able to collect energy derived through
movement of the wind, known as kinetic
energy, which is as well converted into
electrical energy.

used to convert the stress due to rain and

wind into the electrical energy. Now
these leaves are connected to the twigs of
the artificial tree. Then these small twigs
are connected to the stem of the tree with
the means of the piezoelectric crystal to
covert the stress of the twig also into
electrical energy. The electrical energy
from the all leaves and twigs is stored at
the bottom of the tree by using the
storing
device.

5. Compositon of Nano
leaves:
The nano-technology was initially
developed to harness solely solar energy.
However, nowadays it has widespread
uses. It exploits various alternative
sources of energy like wind, solar and
thermal energy. Furthermore, these
highly advanced artificial plants and/or
trees use tiny cells to capture energy.

6. Construction of Nano
leaves:
In order to construct the nano leaves we
need solar panel, thermo voltaic cell,
piezo voltaic cell and photo voltaic cell.
The construction of nano leaves is very
easy. In this first of all we are creating
two transparent conducting layers of
silica which will act as the outer body of
the leaf. After this we are placing one
solar cell in between these two layers
which is used to convert the solar energy
into electrical energy then we are placing
the piezovoltaic cell, thermo voltaic cell
and photo voltaic cell. These all the cells
are interconnected to the highly
conducted metal film to complete the
circuit for the flow of electrons and
protons. The piezoelectric generator is
placed on the bottom of the leaf which is

Fig.(2):Construction of Nano Leaf

7. How it Works:
Piezoelectric is a simple concept to
generate electricity that comes from the
pressure. We have used the exact
meaning of the term, in order to create a
sustainable energy resource by using
light, heat and wind.

Fig(3). Absorption of three natural

effects in one leaf
When the force from the outside, like the
wind blowing the leaves [with the
volume a little or a lot].Pd on the spot,

mechanical stresses appear in the leaves,

twigs, stems and braches. This process
can then generate millions of watts of
Pico which efficiently be converted into
electricity. That way, the stronger the
wind, the energy produced will be more
and more distinguished. During the day,
nano leaves reflect the green light in
sunlight and use photoelectric nano
spheres to convert the rest of the visible
light into electricity. Thermoelectric nano
wires /antennas convert heat from
infrared light, or thermal radiation, into
electricity throughout the day, since the
earth continuously absorbs thermal
radiation and then radiates it, even after
dark. It has also found out in the research
that with the right material shape and
size, nano antennas could harvest up to
92% of the energy at infrared
wavelengths.[3]

8: Best Places to use Nano

leaves:
The use of piezo voltaic, thermo voltaic
and photovoltaic cells does effectively
convert an amalgamation of energy
sources into electricity. Artificial energy
trees can be used for both domestic and
even industrial purposes. According to
research, erecting an approximate of six
meter area of nano leaves can produce
enough energy for an average household.
More, intricate is that, artificial trees can
be constructed at various areas, like

8.1 Desert:
The earth has large areas of unexploited
deserts which can be used to generate a
massive amount of electricity, if artificial
trees were planted. The energy produced
could be used to solve the most
predominant challenge in desert; provide
electricity to power desalination. The
desalinated water could thereafter be

used for irrigation and drinking purposes.

The fragile desert environment would
hardly be affected by such a project yet
the benefits are extensive. To further
minimize the environmental impact on
desert, the artificial trees could be
planted alongside roads, coasts and other
areas where it would protect inhabitants
from sandstorms and provide constant
shade form
the
sun.[5]

8.2 Golf courses, Recreation

ground and parks:
Artificial golf courses, recreational
grounds and parks could have artificial
plants and trees planted to supply
electricity for at least a portion of
recreational parks. For golf course, the
nano leaves could fuel ground
maintenance vehicles.

8.3
Office
Parking
industrial zone:

and

The multi-fold benefits of planting trees

near office parking and industrial zone
are numerous. It provides with electricity
to office, parking lights and other uses.
Moreover, it does also provide with
shade from the sun and offers an
aesthetic
landscaping.

9. Important trends of
artificial nanoleaves trees
in future:

The electrical energy produced

by these nano trees can be used
to drive the cars.

Perturbation is caused by changing

the Duty Ratio of Buck Converter.

To enlighten the home.

For business purpose.
It can be used as the balancing
factor
between
power
prediction and environment.
The main advantage is that it is
used in efficient and green
energy production which can
restrict global warming.[4]

10. Cost Analysis:

As far as we concern about the cost of
one nano leaf, it is around 105 paisa.
So if a tree is having 10,000 leaves then
it can be constructed within Rs.15, 000
including stem and twigs. Thus for the
renewable energy sources it is a very
cheaper solution.

Fig (4): Graph of the maximum power

production

Incrementing (decrementing) the

voltage increases (decreases) the
power when operating on the left of
the MPP and decreases (increases)
the power when on the right of the
MPP. [7]

11. Production Analysis:

As we go for the production its one leaf
can produce 1.20 V with a current of
100ma. So the total power produced by
the one leaf
Power = 1.20*100
=0.12W.

Table (2): Quantity Produced from

the tree
S.No.

1.

2.

Quantity
One Leaf

Current

Voltage

100mA 1.25 V

One Tree

12. Analysis of Maximum

Power Using Maximum
Power Point Tracking
System:
If there is an increase in power, the
subsequent perturbation should be
kept the same to reach the MPP and if
there is a decrease in power, the
perturbation should be reversed.The

0.125W
12500W
Fig.(5). Oscillations of power about
MPP.
The above graph shows the
Oscillations about MPP as well Drift
during rapidly changing isolation &
trade-off between dynamic response
and precision of tracking.

13. Conclusion:

We understand that energy efficiency is

more important than ever. We also
believe that the visual character of the
landscape greatly influences us and
leaves a lasting impression on how we
feel. That's why we offer the unique
properties of our Triple efficient
nanoleaves Trees. We have developed the
first multifunctional renewable energy
systems that actively converts Light,
Heat and Wind into useable electricity,
day and night, and we are continuously
looking for ways to make them as
efficient as possible, from the materials
we use for our Nano leaves like nanoPhotovoltaic (to convert the visible light
into electricity), Thermo voltaic (to
convert
thermal
differences
into
electricity) and Piezo voltaic (to convert
mechanical movement into electricity) up
to our durable tree structures, we've got it
covered when it comes to energy
efficiency. As a whole we can say that
these artificial trees not only will make
the world stable in the field of energy but
also will reduce the use of fossil fuel
which is the main cause for the worlds
largest problem Global Warming.

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