Analog Devices unveils ultra-low-power boost regulator for energy harvesting systems

USA: Analog Devices Inc. introduced the industry's most efficient ultra-low-power boost regulator for photovoltaic and thermoelectric energy harvesting systems.

The ADP5090 ultra-low-power boost regulator represents a significant leap forward in energy harvesting technology by delivering efficient conversion of the harvested power (as low as 10 uW) with sub-uW operational losses that stores the maximum amount of energy for future operation. Harnessing "indoor" ambient light as a viable power source has become a growing trend in wireless sensor network applications worldwide.

ADI's Ultra-Low-Power Boost Regulator - ADP5090, makes it possible to use ambient lights (available abundantly throughout the year) and harvests energy from the environment and surroundings to operate these sensors, bringing down the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and is also non-pollutant.

The ultra-low-power boost regulator is also aimed at boosting energy harvesting technology by reducing operational losses and helps store maximum energy for future use.