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Sunday, 11 September 2011

Cell Phones Powered By Walking

U.S researchers have announced that soon, cell phones can be powered by human motion. The researchers have found a way to generate electricity by placing a device in a shoe that will capture the energy of the human movement and convert it to electricity.

There had been similar methods previously for devices that require a lower amount of energy. However, it is now the first time to use kinetic power charges that outputs large amounts of energy. Japan has already installed similar devices in under the floors of the Tokyo’s train stations in order to collect vibrations from people walking. The energy collected is used in various appliances such as automatic doors.

The new device consists of thousands of microscopic liquid droplets that move when the human goes into motion from the outer surface. When microscopic liquid moves, it conducts electrical current. According to researchers, it produces enough power to charge a standard cell phone and even a laptop.

It is useful because of its use of renewable energy. Cell phones can be charged in a cleaner method. They can also be rechargeable outdoors. Unlike solar power consumption, these kinetic devices do not have limited amount of resources of collecting energy. Through the movement of the human body, electric power can be generated.
There is no need to worry if your battery runs out when you are taking a stroll around the park. The device will recharge your battery as you walk, collecting the movement of your body. There is no need for any other resources in order for it to charge.

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