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New finding could lead to solar power without traditional semiconductor-based solar cells
We all associate solar power with semiconductor solar cells. But this reality could have an expiring date in light of the latest research findings. Researchers from the University of Michigan have discovered a dramatic and surprising magnetic effect of light [...]
Tropical fruits to make batteries?
Malaysia is a biodiversity hotspot in the Asian continent. The country is estimated to host over 17,000 species of amphibians, birds, mammals, reptiles and vascular plant species. And taking advantatge of this some are thinking, why not preserving biodiversity and [...]
Project Firefly: the all-electric helicopter can fly for 15 minutes
You may have wondered why electric plains were built but never an electric helicopter. The truth is it has been a concept that has been studied for years, but never applied. Until now. The main reasons it took so long [...]
Longer lifetime electric vehicle batteries
Scott Faris is the CEO of Planar Energy, a spin-off of the National Renewable Energy Laboratories (NREL). Scott looks happy. Why? His startup has developed new manufacturing techniques that could improve the stability and lifetime of batteries used in electric [...]
Corky mouse and the power of your hand
An average standard mouse can use dozens of alkaline batteries in a year. Let us introduce you a better option. This is Corky, a mouse which does not rely upon disposable batteries, it’s made from 100% recycled plastic components and [...]
Palm-sized fuel cell by Horizon
Since 2003, Horizon, a company with a mission to introduce commercially viable fuel cell power, has been trying to develop the newest and most reliable products. They seek to eliminate mankind’s reliance on carbon-based fuels in favor of clean, low-cost [...]
Batteries made from seaweed
Batteries are a great invention, very practical. But unfortunately they can also be quite polluting. Their operation is based on chemical components, which, if released from the metal casing that surrounds them, can pollute a lot. Fortunately, the scientific community [...]
