I'm currently working on the next Tech First Journal which will focus on alternative energy generation, conversion and distribution to board level. I know board level may sound unusual, but I'm thinking of power harvesting products like ADL's energy harvester and various vibration generators that directly power remote sensors for example. More information in this article http://www.eetimes.com/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=200001350&printable=true&printable=true
I wanted to start a discussion on here about what is happening in that industry and how far are we along the road to efficiently implement alternative energy in the power generation industry?
What are the technical hold ups at the moment?
When can we expect to see these overcome?
How do different geographical regions treat the challenge?
What products have been developed specifically for this industry.
Thanks for your help. It would be great to hear the feelings of people working or otherwise involved in this industry. I will try use any examples and suggestions in the magazine, so it would be a great way to let design engineers know about your company and what they are doing