University of South Australia: Energy Harvesting Device Report

This report presents a student's research on energy harvesting devices, specifically focusing on the potential of capturing energy from vehicles passing over road bumps. The assignment begins with an updated research question and a comprehensive literature review, examining existing concepts, methods, and materials used by other researchers in the field. The review analyzes various devices, including those utilizing pistons, accumulators, and pneumatic generators, while also considering the challenges of energy efficiency and cost. The report then delves into the selection of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, defining key variables for measurement (harnessing efficiency, renewable energy consumed, and number of people benefited) and discussing the need for both approaches. The student identifies data sources and the factors influencing the structure of the research. The report concludes with a discussion of both the qualitative and quantitative methodologies required for the research, and the need for both for a detailed interpretation. The report also includes references to various research papers.