Floors that generate electricity

Amongst the recent advances in clean and sustainable energy generation is a system that transforms the kinetic energy of our footsteps into electricity. The system works by means of technologically prepared tiles that withstand, in addition to footfall, the passage of heavy vehicles and adverse weather conditions.

Amusement Logic is studying the incorporation of electric tile technology in leisure and tourism complexes, shopping centres, hotels and resorts, water, animal and theme parks, as well as other recreational facilities. In all of them, the high density of visitors ensures a continuous flow of footfall and, therefore, a constant generation of electricity for self-sufficiency. In addition to its novelty and the added value it brings to their commercial image, the system also serves to raise visitor awareness of responsible energy use.

The practical applications of the tile system are numerous, currently geared towards supplying energy to lighting, displays, charging devices, etc. This energy can also be stored in batteries, or even connected to an electrical grid, from its production through public footfall in shopping centres, hotels and resorts, water, animal and theme parks, and other leisure and tourism facilities. There are also ambitious projects such as powering charging points for electric vehicles or mobile phones using the tile system. It can also be used in combination with other renewable energy sources, such as solar and others.

The technology is still being researched with the aim of optimizing its performance and improving its energy productivity. In fact, recent versions of the system are 200 times more efficient than the initial prototypes. A single step on a tile produces an energy output of 3 Joules, and the steps of a single person walking on the tiles continuously generate a power output of 5 W. On the other hand, when performing more intense physical activities on them, such as dancing, 35 W can be reached.