anmie_short on Instagram: "Japan uses piezoelectric tiles in high-traffic areas like Shibuya and Tokyo stations to convert footsteps into electricity, powering lights, displays, and ticket machines by transforming mechanical pressure into small bursts of clean, renewable energy, showcasing how urban movement can generate power. This technology uses the piezoelectric effect, where materials generate a charge from stress, turning millions of daily steps into a useful power source for sustainabilit

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