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Battery Development Off The Beaten Path

Posted by timothy on from the and-my-batteries-are-beaten dept.

Roland Piquepaille writes "Let's face it. Our computing devices are going faster year after year. But our laptop batteries don't show the same performance improvement. They still work only for a few hours, just a little bit more than ten years ago. Several companies want to change this, according to this UPI report, 'Nanotechnology improving energy options.' For example, mPhase Technologies plans to introduce smart batteries based on millions of silicon nanotube electrodes. These nanobatteries, to be introduced before the end of 2005, will last longer than traditional ones and will be respectful of our environment. Meanwhile, Konarka Technologies wants to reduce the weight of batteries with its flexible solar-fueled nanobatteries. You'll find more details and pictures in this overview."

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  1. XXX Small :) by Killjoy_NL · · Score: 5, Funny

    Do you need nano-tweazers to replace your battery then ??

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  2. Why not nuclear batteries? by Brain+Stew · · Score: 5, Funny

    I have always wondered why nuclear batteries have not been used in more electronics. They last practically forever!

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  3. Come again? by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Funny

    "These nanobatteries, to be introduced before the end of 2005, will last longer than traditional ones and will be respectful of our environment."

    What odd grammar. "Can you not see I am respectful of the environment?! Do not disrepect the spirits of your elders, buy Mr. Power Extra Subueteo Batteries now!"

  4. I only have a power cord... by gmletzkojr · · Score: 5, Funny

    ... you insensitive clod!

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  5. Re:Because consumers can't handle them. by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Funny

    In 1985 you might be able to get plutonium from your local corner store, but here in 2004 it's a little harder to come by!