Research Article
Smart Speed Breaker for Energy Harvesting Applications
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.4108/eai.1-5-2025.2361481, author={Moonis Hakro and Yarub Al Ghazali and Aliyah Al Hinai and Mohammed Al Mashrafi and Abdullah Al Othmani}, title={Smart Speed Breaker for Energy Harvesting Applications}, proceedings={Proceedings of the 7th MEC Student Research Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security, MECSRC 2025, 01 May 2025, Muscat, Oman}, publisher={EAI}, proceedings_a={MECSRC}, year={2026}, month={3}, keywords={speed breaker generator screw jack mechanism energy harvesting mechanical-electrical conversion smart road systems rack-and-pinion}, doi={10.4108/eai.1-5-2025.2361481} }- Moonis Hakro
Yarub Al Ghazali
Aliyah Al Hinai
Mohammed Al Mashrafi
Abdullah Al Othmani
Year: 2026
Smart Speed Breaker for Energy Harvesting Applications
MECSRC
EAI
DOI: 10.4108/eai.1-5-2025.2361481
Abstract
This study presents the design, analysis, and preliminary evaluation of a screw-jack–based smart speed breaker intended to harvest electrical energy from vehicle motion. The system converts vertical displacement caused by vehicular loading into rotational motion via a mechanical screw-jack assembly, which subsequently powers a generator. A detailed review of speed breaker mechanisms, energy harvesting methods, and screw-jack transmission principles provides the theoretical foundation. The project includes system modelling, selection of mechanical and electrical components, prototype fabrication, and testing under controlled loading scenarios. Experimental results revealed structural limitations in the screw-jack mechanism, prompting a redesign proposal using a rack-and-pinion configuration to improve reliability and output. The study highlights the potential of road-integrated mechanical energy harvesting for powering low-consumption devices in smart transportation environments.
