Alternative Source Of Power

hspace="2" vspace="2" width="207" height="219"> size="2">The source of power to the mobile phones and laptops

traditionally has been batteries. Generally, those used in the

phones are the nickel-cadmium or lithium ion cells with a

standard standby time ranging between 30 and 270 hours and talk

time of 2-3 hours. But now, this is going to be revolutionized.

It will be alcohol which will fuel the electronic gadgets.

According to Telegraph Group Ltd, London, an American scientist

has discovered the method to power mobile phones and laptops

using alcohol and air. This will be by using technology being

harnessed to generate power for space shuttles. Cellphones or

laptops will have micro fuel cells which will produce the 4 watts

energy necessary to activate a cellphone. These are not only easy

to manufacture but are also expected to last for 20 years. And

the cell elements can be printed by millions on a single plastic

sheet. These microcells can be charged by pouring 1.5 ounces of

inexpensive methanol. Well, another power in arm for the user,

isn’t it!

 

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Source: The Strategis Group