Kamis, 10 Mei 2012

ScienceDaily: Energy Technology News

ScienceDaily: Energy Technology News


Secrets of the first practical artificial leaf

Posted: 09 May 2012 09:39 AM PDT

A detailed description of development of the first practical artificial leaf -- a milestone in the drive for sustainable energy that mimics the process, photosynthesis, that green plants use to convert water and sunlight into energy -- has just been published. The article notes that unlike earlier devices, which used costly ingredients, the new device is made from inexpensive materials and employs low-cost engineering and manufacturing processes.

Portable diagnostics designed to be shaken, not stirred

Posted: 09 May 2012 06:24 AM PDT

A textured surface mimics a lotus leaf to move drops of liquid in particular directions. The low-cost system could be used in portable medical or environmental tests.

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