PIEZOELECTRIC MATERIALS
Scientists develop new material that repairs itself without external intervention
Called bipyrazole organic crystals, the piezoelectric molecules self-heal in milliseconds.
Scientists develop technique that can generate electricity from vibrations for self-powered devices
The Science and Technology Ministry, in a statement, said searching for renewable energy resources with reduced carbon emissions is one of the most urgent challenges due to the increasing threat of global warming and energy crisis.
IIT Mandi researchers propose method to enhance materials that convert mechanical energy to electrical energy
The researchers studied piezoelectric materials and proposed a new arrangement that betters the electrical output of these materials when subjected to stress. If more electrical energy can be produced, this can lead to applications like smart devices which are powered by human motion. Even soles of footwear can be equipped with these materials.
Medical marvel: A new device will use heart's energy to power pacemakers
The heart's motion is so powerful that it can recharge devices that save our lives.
In a breakthrough, now a smartphone-powered low-cost ultrasound scanner has been designed
Sonograms produced by the device are as sharp as or even more detailed than traditional sonograms.
IIT scientists use onion skin to generate electricity
The non-toxic, biodegradable and biocompatible device takes advantage of the suitable piezoelectric properties of the onion skin, researchers said.
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Thin, flexible material generates electricity when stretched
The specially designed rubber, developed by researchers at Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) is able to convert mechanical movements into electrical charges.
This material generates electricity when stressed
London, Nov 12 (IANS) Researchers have developed a rubber film that generates electricity when stressed and could potentially be used as a sensor, integrated into clothing or even implanted in the human body, for instance, to power a pacemaker.
Electricity from tears could power biomedical devices
London, Oct 3 (IANS) In a finding that could lead to a non-toxic way to power biomedical devices, scientists have discovered a way to produce electricity from tears.
MHRD funded innovative design contest at UIET pushes students to think out of the box
Design-centred innovation is a force multiplier that can help the country move up the value chain, making Indian industry globally competitive.
Smart roads could power street lamps, electric cars
London, Sep 19 (IANS) Researchers in Britain are working on smart materials that when embedded in road surfaces would be able to harvest and convert vehicle vibration into electrical energy to power street lamps or electric vehicle charging points.
Soon, you can charge your smartphone just by waving or walking!
Based on battery technology & made from layers of black phosphorus, the system generates small amounts of electricity when bent or pressed.
Soon, this new device will let you charge your smartphone by a simple swipe!
The new device will harvest unused mechanical energy from wind, ocean waves and human motion.
Cellulose nanogenerators may power medical implants
Since cellulose is non-toxic, the researchers said the device could potentially be implanted in the body and harvest its internal stretches, vibrations and other movements.
Indian scientists' DNA device generates power from touch
The device can help avoid the use of traditional batteries as power source for our everyday used portable electronic gadgets, researchers said.
US Army to develop robotic flies that can spy
US Army researchers aim to develop tiny robotic flies that could buzz into an enemy operations center for surveillance.
Shoe insole harvests energy from your walk!
The shoe insole was created after scientists at the CIMAV in Mexico decided to "capture" the energy produced by people walking.
Yell to charge your phone!
How the sounds around you could top up your gadget's battery.
Soon, self-charging personal electronics
Scientists have developed a new device that can charge your smartphone on the go - without the need for an electrical cord.
Charging your iPod by running
By packing 20,000 nanowires into three square centimeters, Georgia Tech scientists have developed the world's first gadget powered solely by piezoelectric materials, which creates a mild electrical charge when pushed or pulled.
Now, power your iPod while strolling
Now you can charge your iPod or BlackBerry just by waving your hand, or stretching your arm, and even by taking a walk.
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