Batteries not required: self-powered wearable monitors health
01 September, 2022Researchers have invented a self-powered, wireless wearable device that can monitor a user's pulse and wirelessly communicate with a nearby smartphone or tablet.
Using perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells to improve efficiency
30 August, 2022Researchers have discovered that reordering the layers in solar-cell modules can help improve efficiency.
Battery generates electricity from air moisture
23 August, 2022Using sea salt as a sustainable moisture absorbent, researchers have developed a rechargeable fabric-like battery that provides higher electrical output than conventional AA batteries.
A faster-charging hydrogen fuel cell
17 August, 2022Researchers have developed a new technique to accelerate the charging of solid-state hydrogen fuel cells.
Amping up Li-ion battery performance with black glass
17 August, 2022Scientists have developed black glasses grafted with silicon microparticles as negative electrode material to improve lithium-ion battery performance.
Biofilm generates continuous electricity from sweat
17 August, 2022Researchers have engineered a bacterial biofilm that can produce continuous electricity from sweat; a discovery that could revolutionise wearable electronics.
Researchers improve efficiency of organic solar cells by 10%
12 August, 2022Researchers have developed a process to improve organic solar cell electrical conductivity by 20 times and photoelectric conversion efficiency by 10% at room temperature.
Old solar panels upcycled into thermoelectric material
10 August, 2022Scientists turned old solar panels into a high-performance, energy-harvesting thermoelectric material that harvests heat and converts it into electricity.
TDK-Lambda CCG series industrial DC/DC converters
09 August, 2022 | Supplied by: Transfer Multisort ElektronikTDK-Lambda has released the CCG series of industrial converters in a square case with a 1″ x 1″ footprint. The devices are designed for demanding applications such as industry, transportation and automation.
Hydrogen fuel-cell technology lights up Marvel Stadium
08 August, 2022 | Supplied by: Toyota Motor Corporation Australia LtdIn a demonstration of its hydrogen technology, Toyota used a stationary fuel cell to power the iconic Marvel Stadium sign and coaches' box for the Round 19 AFL clash.
An extra layer for perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells
03 August, 2022Inserting a magnesium fluoride layer in multilayered perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells can stall charge recombination and enhance performance.
Disposable paper battery developed: just add water
03 August, 2022The study authors suggest that their battery could be used to power a wide range of low-power, single-use disposable electronics.
Avalue EPB-1001 expansion power bank for embedded panel PCs
02 August, 2022 | Supplied by: AvalueDesigned to provide expanded power to various types of panel PCs, the product allows stationary panel PCs to be moved around freely with unlimited reserves of power.
Non-flammable electrolyte developed for sodium batteries
28 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Deakin UniversityThe research team developed a solid polymer electrolyte material that can replace the flammable liquid solvents currently used in sodium batteries.
Fully scalable, all-perovskite tandem solar modules created
22 July, 2022This is the first report of an all-perovskite tandem solar module worldwide, the researchers say.
