Vibration based power generator

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2007-04-03

2007-04-03

Waks, Joseph (Department: 2834)

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ABSTRACT:
A vibration based power generator. In a described embodiment, an electrical power generating system includes a vibrating assembly which vibrates in response to fluid flow across the vibrating assembly. A generator generates electrical power in response to displacement of the vibrating assembly.

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