ENERGY HARVESTING FOR A MERCHANDISE SECURITY SYSTEM

摘要

Embodiments of the present invention are directed to security systems for securing an item of merchandise from theft or unauthorized removal. For example, the security system may include a sensor configured to be coupled to the item of merchandise and a base configured to be secured to a support surface and to removably support the sensor and the item of merchandise thereon. The security system also includes a power source operably engaged with the sensor and/or the base, and an energy harvesting mechanism operably engaged with the power source and configured to generate electrical energy to be stored by the power source.