A NEW SOURCE OF ENERGY

A nanoscale device harnessing the hydroelectric effect can harvest electricity from evaporation of fluids with higher ion concentrations than purified water, revealing a vast untapped energy potential. Researchers have been working to harness the energy potential of evaporation via the HV effect, which allows electricity to be harvested when fluid is passed over the charged surface of a nanoscale device. Evaporation establishes a continuous flow within nanochannels inside these devices, which act as passive pumping mechanisms. Because HV devices could theoretically be operated there’s liquid, or even moisture, like sweat, they could also be used to power sensors for connected devices like smart TVs to health and fitness wearables.

 www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/03/240306150642.htm