Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Sandwich structure enables cheaper, more efficient hydrogen fuel cells

Sandwich structure enables cheaper, more efficient hydrogen fuel cells: "For the predicted hydrogen economy to become a reality, fuel cells must become more efficient and cost effective. Researchers from the University of Central Florida (UCF) claim to have addressed both these problems by creating a sandwich-like structure that allows more abundant materials to be used as catalysts in hydrogen fuel cells."

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JuiceTank iPhone cover integrates collapsible wall charger

JuiceTank iPhone cover integrates collapsible wall charger: "When you think of wireless charging, the JuiceTank iPhone case probably isn't what springs to mind. The new smartphone case from phone accessory maker, Dedicated, features a collapsible electrical plug on the back that fits into any North American wall socket. Connecting the JuiceTank case to a phone not only gives it solid protection without much bulk, but also ensures you'll always have a "cordless" charger with you."

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Futuristic biplane design eliminates sonic boom

Futuristic biplane design eliminates sonic boom: "A throwback to early 20th Century aviation may hold the key to eliminating the sonic boom - at least according to researchers at MIT and Stanford University. Strongly reminiscent of biplanes still in use today, the researcher's concept supersonic aircraft introduces a second wing which it is claimed cancels the shockwaves generated by objects near or beyond the sound barrier."

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