ARPA-E-backed researchers at USC borrow from the Pepto-Bismol ingredient list to turn iron-air batteries into a promising way to do large-scale energy storage.
Search Results for "batteries"
University Of Michigan Solar Car Shines Brightly In Competition
The University of Michigan Solar Car Team pulls off another win at the American Solar Car Challenge, not only winning four times in a row but besting its previous record for trip time as well.
Alcatraz Solar Isn’t For The Birds (But They Like It)
After years of planning, the historic Alcatraz prison in San Francisco Bay is now powered by solar panels – as long as they’re kept clear of bird droppings, that is.
Ford C-Max Energi Plug-In Hybrid Ready For Curtain Call
Ford has released pricing and estimated mileage information for its forthcoming C-Max Energi plug-in hybrid, suggesting a vehicle which might shake up the green car space.
Electric Cars: How Much Does Size Matter?
Up to now the conventional wisdom has been that mass market appeal for an EV will only come in a small car. But is this true? We find out.
Kinetic Sidewalk An Enlightening Feat At Olympics
Twelve million footfalls on a footbridge to the Olympic Park in London are expected to generate 21 kilowatt-hours of power, lighting the walkway.
Garbage-Eating Drone Destroys Ocean Pollution
Not all autonomous robots are designed for violence or espionage.
Prisoners Pedal-Power Their Way Out Of The Pokey
Prisoners at a Brazil jail trim their sentences (and their waistlines) by pedaling a stationary bike, producing power that’s used to light the town square.
5 Solar-Powered Devices To Help You Survive The Heatwave
If you’ve been sweating it out the past week or so, we’ve got five green gadgets that can help you save some energy and beat the heat.
Rare Earth Metals Future May Hinge On China
Rare earth metals are an essential component in renewable energy technology and right now China has a monopoly.
Air Force’s Secret Space Plane Used Solar In Orbit
Its purpose is shrouded in mystery but we do know one thing about the U.S. Air Force’s robotic X-37B space plane, which flew back to Earth recently after a 15-month stint in orbit — it runs on solar.
Solar-Powered Camper Provides Serious Off-Grid Luxury
The exterior of this solar-powered camper might look fierce, but it’s all soft and cuddly on the inside.
US-Backed A123 Claims Battery Breakthrough
Struggling A123, savaged by Republicans as an Obama-backed failure, uncorks Nanophosphate EXT, lithium-ion technology that excels at extreme temperatures.
Electric Hydrofoil The Ultimate Wave Rider
A team of young designers from Slovenia unveils an eye-catching two-man electric hydrofoil, which they are calling a “sports car for the water.”