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Mechanisms and Optimization Design of Flow-Induced Vibration Energy Harvesting: A Review

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Jinshuai Liu Jinshuai Liu 1
Xingrong Huang Xingrong Huang 1
Zhe Li Zhe Li 2 * ORCID
1 Sino-French Carbon Neutrality Research Center, École Centrale de Pékin, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, China
2 LHEEA Lab, Nantes Université, École Centrale de Nantes, CNRS, Nantes, France
* Corresponding Author: Zhe Li, [email protected]
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Abstract

With the widespread deployment of the Internet of Things (IoT) and distributed sensing networks in marine and industrial environments, energy harvesting based on Flow-Induced Vibration (FIV) has garnered significant attention due to its high energy density and environmental adaptability. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the evolution of FIV energy harvesting systems, with a particular focus on absorber-based configurations. First, the classification of existing systems is systematically outlined, and the theoretical foundations of the classic linear Tuned Mass Damper (TMD) are revisited. The review critically analyzes the inherent limitations of linear theories, specifically frequency detuning and high mass dependency, when applied to complex, variable-frequency flow fields. Subsequently, the paper synthesizes the paradigm shift in system design, highlighting three core evolutionary paths: (1) Stiffness nonlinearity: The transition from linear resonance to Nonlinear Energy Sinks (NES) and bistable mechanisms to achieve broadband energy capture; (2) Mass decoupling: The shift from reliance on physical mass to inertial amplification (Inerter/TMDI) to achieve lightweight designs; and (3) Flow field reconstruction: The progression from passive adaptation to source enhancement via Passive Turbulence Control (PTC) and wake interference. Finally, the paper summarizes current technical challenges and offers perspectives on future research directions, including Fluid Mechanics, Bionics, Computer Science, Materials Science.

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Mechanisms and Optimization Design of Flow-Induced Vibration Energy Harvesting: A Review

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flow-induced vibration (FIV) energy harvesting nonlinear energy sink (NES) inerter passive turbulence control (PTC)

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This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant U2341231 and Grant 52575091.

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  author = {Jinshuai Liu and Xingrong Huang and Zhe Li},
  title = {Mechanisms and Optimization Design of Flow-Induced Vibration Energy Harvesting: A Review},
  journal = {Journal of Carbon Neutrality},
  year = {2026},
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  abstract = {With the widespread deployment of the Internet of Things (IoT) and distributed sensing networks in marine and industrial environments, energy harvesting based on Flow-Induced Vibration (FIV) has garnered significant attention due to its high energy density and environmental adaptability. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the evolution of FIV energy harvesting systems, with a particular focus on absorber-based configurations. First, the classification of existing systems is systematically outlined, and the theoretical foundations of the classic linear Tuned Mass Damper (TMD) are revisited. The review critically analyzes the inherent limitations of linear theories, specifically frequency detuning and high mass dependency, when applied to complex, variable-frequency flow fields. Subsequently, the paper synthesizes the paradigm shift in system design, highlighting three core evolutionary paths: (1) Stiffness nonlinearity: The transition from linear resonance to Nonlinear Energy Sinks (NES) and bistable mechanisms to achieve broadband energy capture; (2) Mass decoupling: The shift from reliance on physical mass to inertial amplification (Inerter/TMDI) to achieve lightweight designs; and (3) Flow field reconstruction: The progression from passive adaptation to source enhancement via Passive Turbulence Control (PTC) and wake interference. Finally, the paper summarizes current technical challenges and offers perspectives on future research directions, including Fluid Mechanics, Bionics, Computer Science, Materials Science.},
  keywords = {flow-induced vibration (FIV), energy harvesting, nonlinear energy sink (NES), inerter, passive turbulence control (PTC)},
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