Imara Corp. has announced a new generation of lithium-ion (li-ion) batteries made specifically for high power devices such as lawnmowers, power tools, hybrid vehicles and even grid storage. The company uses unique materials science technology to provide high-power, high-energy and extended cycle-life batteries and battery packs.
Advanced Lithium-Ion Technology to Make Commercial Debut In 2009
December 19, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Designers Create Solar Power Generating Sunglasses
December 18, 2008 By 15 Comments
A team of designers have created solar power generating sunglasses capable of charging portable electronic devices on-the-go. The SIG, or ‘self-energy converting sunglasses,’ contain integrated dye-solar cells and can be simply connected to the power jack in an iPod or PSP, allowing devices to be charged without the need to hook up to the mains [...]
SeaGen Shatters Tidal Power Generation Record
December 18, 2008 By 5 Comments
Since its inception, we have been keeping a close eye on Marine Current Turbine’s SeaGen project in the UK, the world’s first commercial scale tidal stream turbine. Well, today there is more big news to report from the strong tidal flows of Strangford Lough as SeaGen has generated at its maximum capacity of 1.2MW for [...]
Praise Solar: California Church Installs 150 Solar Panels
December 18, 2008 By 11 Comments
Even institutions devoted to God can use a little human intervention every once in awhile. That’s why Bethel Lutheran Church in Cupertino, CA, recently installed a 150 panel solar system with assistance from Akeena Solar. The panels will generate 34,000 kWh each year, and should save the church between $900 and $1200 each month.
California Wave Power Buoy Tests Successful
December 18, 2008 By 13 Comments
Scientists with research group SRI International recently completed a successful wave power test in the Monterey Bay off the coast of Santa Cruz, CA. While the buoy-like device only generates enough electricity to power a refrigerator light bulb, the design is an improvement on its problem-prone predecessors.
First US Hybrid Ferry to Take Tourists to Alcatraz
December 17, 2008 By 5 Comments
Alcatraz Island, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the US, will soon have visitors arriving on a hybrid ferryboat. The Hornblower Hybrid will be powered by two ten-foot-tall wind turbines and a photovoltaic solar array covering the awning’s top deck. The solar and wind energy will be used for the boat’s navigation tools, [...]
Japan's Automated Eco Cycle Parks Bikes Underground
December 17, 2008 By 2 Comments
One major deterrent for city bicyclists is lack of parking. Some Japanese cities have taken it upon themselves to remedy the problem with the Eco Cycle, a profoundly weird machine that takes your bike and parks it underground for safe-keeping. The Eco Cycle costs 2,600 yen for a monthly ticket. What do you think— would [...]
Israeli Company Testing Piezoelectric Road
December 17, 2008 By 17 Comments
More news from the piezoelectrics front: engineers from Innowattech are planning to test a network of Piezo Electric Generators (IPEG) on a 100 meter stretch of road. As with other piezoelectric devices, the IPEGs embedded in the road will turn mechanical strain into an electrical current or voltage. The IPEGs can generate energy from weight, [...]
