Friday, March 29, 2024

Invention

Krill-inspired dynamic facades could reduce building’s heating and cooling costs

The low-cost system could help buildings save energy by dynamically changing the appearance of their exteriors.

Engineers develop novel material that can think and sense

The soft, polymer material acts like a brain, simultaneously sensing, thinking, and acting.

Nontoxic material harvests sunlight using extremely thin layers

It can absorb comparable levels of sunlight as conventional silicon solar cells.

Used masks and gloves can be recycled to make stronger concrete

Shredded PPE could increase the strength of concrete by up to 22% and improve resistance to cracking.

Researchers invent invisible coating that makes wood “fireproof”

"Fire-proofing" wood and yet retaining the natural aesthetics of wood grain is now possible.

A self-charging fabric that generates electricity from air moisture

The rechargeable fabric-like 'battery' provides higher electrical output than a conventional AA battery.

Concrete using 100% recycled tire-rubber promises a circular economy

The new greener and lighter concrete promise to reduce manufacturing and transportation costs significantly.

Shrimp shell nanoparticles make for significantly stronger cement

It could lead to reduced seafood waste and lower carbon emissions from concrete production.

Microbial biofilm produces long-term, continuous electricity from your sweat

The biofilm harvests the energy in evaporation and converts it to electricity to power your wearables.

An edible QR code detects fake whiskey and medications

A QR code could reveal if the whiskey you want to buy is fake.

Porous silicon material for ultra-pure hydrogen production and storage

The material generates green hydrogen with volumetric energy density at 140 kg/m³.

New health monitoring wearable that operates without a battery

It can keep track of a wearer's pulse and wirelessly communicate with a nearby smartphone or tablet.

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