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Title: Carbon nanotubes used to make batteries from fabrics
Post by: Clive on January 21, 2010, 17:20

Ordinary cotton and polyester fabrics have been turned into batteries that retain their flexibility.

The demonstration is a boost to the nascent field of "wearable electronics" in which devices are integrated into clothing and textiles.




http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/8471362.stm

Title: Re: Carbon nanotubes used to make batteries from fabrics
Post by: Rik on January 21, 2010, 17:29

I could use a few of those. :) Interesting to think that they might be able to develop the eternal pacemaker in time.

Title: Re: Carbon nanotubes used to make batteries from fabrics
Post by: Clive on January 21, 2010, 17:39

That would be very good news Rik!   :D

Title: Re: Carbon nanotubes used to make batteries from fabrics
Post by: Rik on January 21, 2010, 17:54

It would, wouldn't it.

Title: Re: Carbon nanotubes used to make batteries from fabrics
Post by: sam on January 21, 2010, 23:56

cool!