Thermophotovoltaic generators to replace automobile alternators

Published by Administrator June 6th, 2006 in Scientific Developments
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Alternate Alternator

For many years now cars have recharged their batteries using alternators. One day soon this may change, as researchers at MIT are developing an alternate method of converting energy to electricity.

Researchers at MIT are developing new technology for converting heat into light and then into electricity that could eventually save fuel in vehicles by replacing less-efficient alternators and allowing electrical systems to run without the engine idling. - Technology Review

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