Recolección de energía mediante el uso de sistemas microelectromecánicos MEMS

Abstract

Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology has gained significant relevance in recent years due to its sustainability, low manufacturing cost, and ease of integration with various systems. These characteristics make it an attractive option for applications in multiple fields of engineering and technology. Therefore, it is essential to develop accurate simulations to obtain the most relevant parameters of these systems, such as generated power, maximum beam displacement, and other critical aspects for their design and optimization. Among the most prominent theoretical models in the study of MEMS is the one proposed by William and Yates, which has served as a basis for the analysis of these systems. Similarly, advanced computational methods, such as the finite element method (FEM), have proven to be effective tools for simulating MEMS behavior. Although it might be assumed that a larger MEMS system would generate higher output power, the results obtained through these simulations indicate the opposite. This is because power output does not depend solely on the system's geometry but also on other physical and structural parameters that influence its performance.