ENERGY
HARVESTING FROM
SPEED BREAKER
Satvik Sachan 21BCE0423
Pratik Senapati 21BCE3086
John Tony 21BCE3144
Mirdhula 21BCE3466
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AGENDA
1. Introduction
1.1 Topic and Context
1.2 Strengths and Weaknesses of the City
1.3 Aim and Objectives
1.4 Scope and Limitations of your work
2. Contextual Background
2.1 Conceptual Framework/Research Design
2.2 Proposed Idea
2.3 Literature survey
2.4 Key features of the Project
2.4.1 Challenges in the Project
2.4.2 Features and Benefits to the city
2.5 Data Collection and Organization
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1. INTRODUCTION
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1.1 TOPIC AND CONTEXT
Smart cities aim to integrate innovative solutions for energy efficiency and sustainability.
This project focuses on generating electricity from speed breakers by harnessing the kinetic
energy produced by vehicles passing over them. The generated electricity will be utilized to
power essential urban infrastructure, such as street lamps and emergency phone charging
booths. These booths and smart street lighting will provide a reliable source of power for
citizens to charge their phones during emergencies, enhancing convenience and safety in
urban environments.
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1.2 STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES OF THE CITY
City: Pune, Maharashtra
Strengths:
• Pune has a high density of vehicles, ensuring frequent energy generation.
• As a technology-friendly city with active smart city initiatives, Pune is conducive to innovative projects.
• The city’s emphasis on public safety and convenience aligns well with emergency phone charging booths.
Weaknesses:
• Unplanned traffic patterns may lead to uneven usage of the speed breaker system.
• Existing road layouts might require structural adjustments for optimal implementation.
• The success of emergency booths depends on public awareness and accessibility.
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1.3 AIM AND OBJECTIVES
Aim:
To design a sustainable energy system in Pune by utilizing the energy wasted by vehicles on speed breakers and harness it
to generate electricity, specifically for powering street lamps and emergency phone charging booths.
Objectives:
• To analyze the feasibility and effectiveness of electricity-generating speed breakers in Pune.
• To develop a prototype system capable of powering street lamps and emergency phone charging booths.
• To identify strategic locations for the deployment of energy systems and booths.
• To promote the use of renewable energy solutions in urban infrastructure.
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1.4 SCOPE AND LIMITATION OF YOUR WORK
Scope:
• The project involves designing a mechanism to harvest energy from speed breakers and utilizing it for practical
applications.
• It emphasizes the installation of emergency phone charging booths in high-traffic and accessible areas.
• It enables storing of excess electricity in batteries for nighttime use or periods of low traffic.
• The system supports Pune’s smart city initiatives and enhances public utility services.
Limitations:
• Energy generation relies on consistent vehicular movement, which may vary in different areas of the city.
• The project requires significant initial installation costs for infrastructure and advanced speed breaker design.
• Maintenance of the system and emergency booths is essential to ensure consistent functionality.
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2. CONTEXTUAL BACKGROUND
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2.1 CONCEPTUAL
FRAMEWORK
RESEARCH DESIGN
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RACK AND PINION MECHANISM
FOR POWER GENERATION
• Key Concept: Converts linear motion (from vehicles on speed breakers) into rotary
motion to generate electricity.
• Components:
• Rack and Pinion Gear: Converts downward displacement into rotational energy.
• Generator: Transforms mechanical energy into electrical power.
• Spring System: Ensures the rack returns to its original position after compression.
• Why use Rack and Pinion?
• Efficient energy transfer mechanism.
• Compact and easy to install.
• Low maintenance compared to other energy harvesting systems.
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2.2 PROPOSED IDEA
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METHODOLOGY 1. Designing-– Selecting suitable components and
simulating the rack and pinion mechanism.
Mechanical linkage methodologies are used in
2. Prototype Fabrication – Constructing a physical
the process, along with chain sprocket to
model with real-world materials.
produce electrical energy.
3. Performance Analysis – Evaluating power
Initially the pressure of vehicles on speed generation efficiency under different vehicle loads.
breaker assembly is used to drive the
mechanical arrangement of rack pinion and
chain sprocket.
The linear output is converted into rotary
motion using the mechanical assembly which
is fed to dc generator. The generator uses this
input to generate DC electrical output which
can be used to lighting the streetlights.
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WORKING
1. This system utilizes an electro-mechanical unit installed on roads, resembling a conventional speed breaker.
When vehicles pass over it, the dome-shaped hump is pressed downward, causing the compression of
springs beneath it. A rack mechanism connected to the hump moves in a reciprocating motion, which is then
converted into rotary motion using a gear system.
2. A flywheel is incorporated to regulate energy fluctuations, ensuring smooth operation. The dynamo converts
the resulting mechanical energy into electrical energy, effectively harnessing the kinetic energy from moving
vehicles. By placing multiple such power humps in a series, the electricity generated can be amplified and
stored for future use, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional power sources.
3. To ensure real-time monitoring, an ESP8266 module is integrated into the system. This module senses the
generated voltage and transmits data wirelessly to a server via Wi-Fi, enabling efficient tracking and
utilization of the produced energy. This innovation helps reduce reliance on conventional electricity
generation methods while promoting sustainable energy solutions.
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KEY METRICS AND FACTORS
•Energy Output (Watt-Hour):Total power generated
•Efficiency (%): Comparison of input kinetic energy and
output electrical energy.
•Cost Analysis vs. Power Output: Economic feasibility and
return on investment.
Factors influencing the energy capture from vehicles:
Traffic Volume (vehicles per hour/day) – The number of
vehicles passing over the speed breaker directly affects
energy generation.
•Vehicle Weight (kg or tons) – Heavier vehicles apply greater
force, leading to higher energy conversion.
•Speed of Vehicles (km/h) – The impact force depends on
the velocity of passing vehicles.
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ENHANCEMENTS AND INNOVATIONS
Innovations for Higher Efficiency:
Hybrid Energy Storage: Integrating batteries and capacitors for better energy retention.
Smart Monitoring with IoT Sensors: Real-time data collection to optimize performance.
Expected Benefits:
Increased efficiency in power generation.
Lower maintenance and installation costs.
Scalability for urban and rural applications.
Integration with Existing Infrastructure:
Can be installed in high-traffic areas like toll booths, urban intersections, and highways.
Can be integrated into smart cities for sustainable energy generation.
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2.3 LITERATURE SURVEY
1. Ijmer & Mr. (2015) 2. Adapala et al. (2021) 3. Ullah et al. (2016) 4. Debnath et al. (2023)
1. Focus: Examined rack-and-
pinion mechanisms for 2. Focus: Prototyped a 3. Focus: Analyzed energy 4. Focus: Proposed hybrid
converting vehicular speed-breaker energy output variations based energy storage (batteries
motion into electricity via harvester for urban on vehicle weight and + capacitors) to address
speed breakers.
applications. speed. intermittency in traffic
2. Relevance: Validates the flow.
mechanical efficiency of 3. Relevance: Emphasizes 4. Relevance: Supports our
our proposed system, scalability in high-traffic metrics on traffic volume 5. Relevance: Directly
highlighting its compact
design and energy transfer zones, aligning with and vehicle weight as informs our innovation
potential. Pune’s vehicular density. critical factors for energy section, ensuring stable
generation. power supply during low-
3. Key Insight: Demonstrated 4. Key Insight: Identified toll
that linear-to-rotary traffic periods.
conversion achieves ~65% booths and intersections
efficiency under moderate as optimal deployment
traffic conditions sites.
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5. Azam et al. (2016) 6. Sustainable Energy 7. Challenges in Pune’s Smart
Generation from Speed City Implementation (MIT WPU,
5. Focus: Evaluated cost-
Breakers for Smart Street 2023)
benefit ratios of speed-
breaker energy systems
Lighting (IEEE, 2024)
7. Focus: Surveyed Pune’s
in developing cities. 6. Focus: Tested IoT- infrastructure readiness
enabled systems for real- and citizen expectations
6. Relevance: Highlights the
time energy monitoring in for smart solutions.
economic feasibility of
streetlights.
our project, noting a 4–5- 8. Relevance: Highlights
year ROI in high-traffic 7. Relevance: Validates our unplanned traffic
areas. use of ESP8266 modules patterns and public
for data tracking and awareness gaps, critical
integration with smart to our deployment
grids. strategy.
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2.4 KEY FEATURES OF THE PROJECT
2.4.1 Challenges in the Project
1. Traffic Pattern Variability: Pune’s unplanned traffic flow may lead to inconsistent energy generation,
especially in non-peak hours.
2. Infrastructure Adaptation: Retrofitting existing roads with electro-mechanical speed breakers requires
structural modifications.
3. Maintenance Costs: Frequent wear-and-tear of springs and gears due to heavy vehicular loads.
4. Public Awareness: Low adoption rates if emergency charging booths are not strategically placed or
marketed.
5. Energy Storage Limitations: Batteries may degrade over time, necessitating hybrid storage solutions.
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2.4.2 Features and Benefits to the City
1. Renewable Energy Integration
• Feature: Converts wasted kinetic energy into 500–800 Wh/day per speed breaker (depending on
traffic).
• Benefit: Reduces Pune’s reliance on fossil fuels, supporting India’s net-zero goals.
2. IoT-Enabled Monitoring
• Feature: ESP8266 modules transmit real-time energy data to municipal dashboards.
• Benefit: Enables predictive maintenance and optimizes power distribution to streetlights/booths.
3. Emergency Resilience
• Feature: 24/7 charging booths in high-footfall areas (e.g., metro stations, markets).
• Benefit: Enhances public safety during power outages or emergencies.
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4. Cost-Effective Scalability
• Feature: Modular design allows replication across Pune’s 200+ major intersections.
• Benefit: Lower per-unit costs with bulk deployment, aligning with PMC’s budget constraints.
5. Community Engagement
• Feature: QR codes on booths link to usage tutorials and feedback portals.
• Benefit: Increases citizen participation in Pune’s smart city mission.
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2.5 DATA COLLECTION AND ORGANIZATION
• Ijmer, J., & Mr., A.S. (2015). Air Compression and Electricity Generation by Using Speed Breaker
with Rack And Pinion Mechanism.
• Adapala, T., Bharadiya, S., Chauhan, A., Pandey, A., & Vedpathak, M. (2021). Design and
Development of Electrical Power Generation using Speed Breaker.
• Ullah, K. M., Ahsan-uz-Zaman, K. M., Hosen, S., Khan, R. H., & Parvin, S. (2016, December).
Electrical power generation through speed breaker. In 2016 9th international conference on
electrical and computer engineering (ICECE) (pp. 30-33). IEEE.
• Debnath, A., Jabed, A. A., Khan, A. S. M., Maidulislam, M., & Pathik, B. B. (2023). GENERATION
OF ELECTRICITY BY USING SPEED BREAKER (Doctoral dissertation, American International
University-Bangladesh).
• Azam, A., Aslam, M. A., & Yousef-Zai, F. O. (2016). Speed Breaker Power Generator. In 4th
International Conference on Energy Environment and Sustainable Development (EESD 2016).
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