High‐Current Triboelectric Nanogenerator Based on TiO 2 ‐Decorated PVDF Membrane via Atomic Layer Deposition for Self‐Powered Humidity Sensing
Abstract
ABSTRACT Developing direct‐current triboelectric nanogenerators (DC‐TENGs) with high output performance and reliable operation in humid environments remains a significant challenge. In this study, we introduce a high‐performance DC‐TENG fabricated by integrating electrospinning, vapor‐phase infiltration (VPI), and atomic layer deposition (ALD) to construct a TiO 2 ‐modified polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) porous fiber (PTPF) membrane. The resulting PTPF10‐TENG demonstrates superior electrical performance, generating a peak current of 0.72 mA, an output voltage of 1.79 V, and a maximum power density of 27.3 µW/cm 2 , representing a 5.4‐fold improvement over the porous PVDF membrane. Owing to its strong humidity‐responsive behavior, the PTPF10‐TENG also functions as a self‐powered humidity sensor with a linear sensitivity of 0.0134 mA/%RH (R 2 = 0.981) in the 40–100% RH range. These findings underscore the versatility of the PTPF membrane as a multifunctional platform that bridges efficient energy conversion and environmental sensing. This strategy offers a promising route toward scalable fabrication of DC‐TENGs tailored for next‐generation wearable electronics and intelligent monitoring systems.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials
Surface Modification and Superhydrophobicity
Gas Sensing Nanomaterials and Sensors
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Small
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Volume
- 22
- Issue
- 14
- Pages
- e12870–e12870
- Publication date
- 15 January 2026
- Language
- EN