Electricity from Thin Air - New Invention
New Device Generates Electricity from Moisture in the Air Source: UMASS Amherst Potential Green Energy Gamechanger Scientists at UMASS Amherst have invented a device that uses a natural protein to create electricity from the moisture in the air. They call it the "Air-Gen" for air powered generator. The device doesn't need sunlight or wind and creates clean energy 24/7. It's a renewable process that works off the moisture in the air, both outdoors and indoors. The inventors say it is low-cost, renewable and nonpolluting. Big Energy Possibilities The system now can power small electronic devices. The team wants to take it to the commercial level to power electronics wearables and smartwatches. They foresee the day when this system could eliminate the need to plug in your smartphone for energy. Their system eliminates the need for batteries. How It Works The UMASS system connects electrodes to unique protein nanowires. It results in low cost elect