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Solar Cell History and Milestones
Solar Cell History and Milestones
The history of solar power, its milestones as well as its future: these topics are a staple in the discussion on renewable energy. In today’s blog post we will discuss specifically just how far solar ...
Solar Cells & Batteries Used in Wearable Devices
Solar Cells & Batteries Used in Wearable Devices
Wearable devices have been increasingly popular in the past few years. Everything from smartwatches as a fashionable, convenient extension of one’s smartphone to thin bands for fitness tracking, wearable ...
Solar-Pumped Lasers Become a Reality in Japan
Solar-Pumped Lasers Become a Reality in Japan
Attempts at solar-pumped lasers have been reported since 1963. This is unsurprising, as it mirrors the timeline for when the modern environmental movement was gaining traction worldwide, but especially in ...
Perfect Solar Panels Require Perfect Lasers
Perfect Solar Panels Require Perfect Lasers
Introduction Solar energy is an industry that has gained passionate and widespread support, given its environmental impact. Solar is key to providing sustainable energy and weaning humanity’s dependence on ...
Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells: An Inexpensive Alternative
Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells: An Inexpensive Alternative
Introduction to Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells Dye-sensitized solar cells have the potential to replace traditional and costly crystalline silicon solar cells. The sun emits about 3.86 x 1026 joules every ...
Photon/Solar Sail: Making Interstellar Travel Possible
Photon/Solar Sail: Making Interstellar Travel Possible
From Star Wars to Star Trek, the idea of interstellar travel has always fascinated us. Today, scientists and researchers are looking for ways to turn the vision of interstellar travel into reality. One of ...
Graphene: Potential Applications in Solar Cells
Graphene: Potential Applications in Solar Cells
Graphene (a form of fullerene) is a nanomaterial that has been attracting significant interest as a potential game changer for various applications. Energy storage, flexible transparent displays and ...
Quantum Dots in Displays: The Future of Screen Technology
Quantum Dots in Displays: The Future of Screen Technology
Quantum dots (QDs) are transforming display technology, enabling brighter, more energy-efficient screens with unparalleled color accuracy. First commercialized in the early 2010s, QD-enhanced displays have ...
Energy Efficient IoT Design: Tools and Techniques for Smarter Devices
Energy Efficient IoT Design: Tools and Techniques for Smarter Devices
The rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) has introduced millions of connected devices into homes, factories, cities, and research labs. From smart thermostats and wearable monitors to industrial sensors ...
Emerging Battery Technologies: 5 New Alternatives
Emerging Battery Technologies: 5 New Alternatives
Welcome to our exploration of the most promising emerging battery technologies poised to transform energy storage in the coming decade. This article delves into five innovative battery types that are not ...