Jet-sized underwater wind turbine rides ocean currents to generate electricity Dutch startup Equinox Ocean Turbines has secured new funding to accelerate the development of its innovative jet-sized underwater wind turbine. This groundbreaking technology harnesses the power of ocean currents to generate clean and sustainable electricity. The concept of underwater wind turbines is not entirely new, […]
World’s largest sand battery goes live: 100 MWh system cuts CO2 emissions by 70%
World’s Largest Sand Battery Goes Live: 100 MWh System Cuts CO2 Emissions by 70% An energy company has commissioned the world’s first industrial-scale sand battery in a town in the heart of a renewable energy hub. This groundbreaking initiative represents a significant step towards sustainable energy storage solutions and reducing carbon emissions. The sand battery, […]
New coating forms strong, lasting rust barrier for iron with 99.6% efficiency
New Coating Forms Strong, Lasting Rust Barrier for Iron with 99.6% Efficiency A new dual-layer coating has been developed that offers 99.6% protection against iron corrosion. Iron, a fundamental element in various industries, is prone to rust when exposed to moisture and oxygen. This innovative coating not only prevents rust formation but also ensures a […]
100 earthquakes, zero damage: Breakthrough system to make buildings immune to shocks
100 Earthquakes, Zero Damage: Breakthrough System to Make Buildings Immune to Shocks Canadian engineers have designed a new structural system that could significantly enhance the ability of buildings to withstand earthquakes. This innovative approach aims to revolutionize the construction industry by making structures virtually immune to seismic shocks, even in the face of 100 earthquakes. […]
Self-healing concrete uses synthetic lichen to repair cracks with air and sunlight
Self-healing Concrete: How Synthetic Lichen is Revolutionizing Infrastructure Repair Researchers in the U.S. have used synthetic lichen to develop a groundbreaking self-healing concrete that could potentially transform the way we approach infrastructure maintenance. This innovative solution harnesses the power of nature to address a common issue faced by concrete structures: cracks. By mimicking the self-repair […]
Sewage to ship fuel: German firm aims to turn Europe’s wastewater into energy grid
From Sewage to Ship Fuel: ICODOS Transforms Europe’s Wastewater into Energy Grid ICODOS, a spin-off from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), in association with the Waste2Ship project, is revolutionizing the way we view wastewater. By harnessing the power of sewage, this German firm is on a mission to convert Europe’s waste into a sustainable […]
Humans see color never before visible to naked eye with retinal stimulation technique
Seeing Beyond the Spectrum: Humans See Color Never Before Visible to Naked Eye with Retinal Stimulation Technique The colors we perceive have been dictated by the intricate workings of our eyes. However, recent advancements in retinal stimulation techniques have pushed the boundaries of human vision, allowing us to see a whole new world of colors […]
Scientists make electricity from falling rainwater in radical new energy experiment
Harnessing the Power of Rain: Scientists Generate Electricity from Falling Rainwater Researchers from Singapore have developed a clever way to turn raindrops into electricity – enough to power small electronic devices. This groundbreaking innovation could potentially revolutionize the field of renewable energy and pave the way for more sustainable power sources in the future. The […]
Magnetic robot could crawl through rubble, buried victims’ body to heal, rescue
Magnetic Robot Could Crawl Through Rubble to Heal and Rescue Researchers have developed a tiny, flexible robot that could crawl through earthquake rubble to locate and assist in the rescue of buried victims. This innovative magnetic robot, inspired by the way caterpillars move, has the potential to revolutionize search and rescue operations in disaster-stricken areas. […]
Sewage to nuclear power: US backs new recovery tech to extract uranium from wastewaterÂ
Sewage to Nuclear Power: US Backs New Recovery Tech to Extract Uranium from Wastewater As global demand for nuclear power surges, so does the need for uranium. To address this pressing issue, innovative technologies are being developed to extract uranium from unconventional sources. One such groundbreaking technology that has caught the attention of the United […]