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New KAUST tandem solar cell breaks efficiency world record

Posted on April 18, 2023 by Michael Irving

A sample of new record-breaking silicon/perovskite tandem solar cells, developed by KAUST

The dynamic duo of silicon and perovskite continue their rampage through the solar cell industry. Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have developed a new silicon/perovskite tandem solar cell with a record-breaking efficiency.

Category: Energy, Science

Tags: KAUST, Perovskite, Solar Cell, Electricity, Silicon, tandem, World Records, Efficiency, World’s Most Efficient

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New KAUST tandem solar cell breaks efficiency world record

Posted on April 18, 2023 by Michael Irving

A sample of new record-breaking silicon/perovskite tandem solar cells, developed by KAUST

Category: Energy, Science

Tags: KAUST, Perovskite, Solar Cell, Electricity, Silicon, tandem, World Records, Efficiency, World’s Most Efficient

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It’s Opposite Day For This Novel Wankel Engine

Posted on April 14, 2023 by Bryan Cockfield

The Wankel engine seems to pop up in surprising places every so often, only to disappear into the ether before someone ultimately resurrects it for a new application and swears …read more Continue reading It’s Opposite Day For This Novel Wankel Engine→

Shell Wall tech claimed to reduce weight of concrete walls by over 70%

Posted on April 3, 2023 by Ben Coxworth

3D concrete printing (3DCP) technology is already known to offer a more efficient approach to constructing buildings. A new type of 3DCP, however, is said to be even better, resulting in walls that are a claimed 72% lighter than their conventional coun… Continue reading Shell Wall tech claimed to reduce weight of concrete walls by over 70%→

Perovskite/silicon tandem solar cell advance breaks efficiency record

Posted on December 20, 2022 by Michael Irving

A new perovskite/silicon tandem solar cell has set a record efficiency of 32.5%

Perovskite and silicon are proving to be a formidable duo in the world of solar cells, and now they’ve hit a new record efficiency. A team at Helmholtz Zentrum Berlin (HZB) have developed solar cells with an efficiency of over 32%.

Category: Energy, Science

Tags: Solar Power, Solar Cell, Silicon, Perovskite, tandem, Helmholtz Zentrum Berlin, Electricity, Efficiency, World’s Most Efficient

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A Single-Watt Hydroponic Lighting System

Posted on October 31, 2022 by Bryan Cockfield

Hydroponic systems are an increasingly popular way to grow plants indoors using a minimum of resources. Even some commercial farming operations are coming online using hydroponic growing techniques, as these …read more Continue reading A Single-Watt Hydroponic Lighting System→

Lightweight Unit One gives shipping containers the high-tech treatment

Posted on October 21, 2022 by Ben Coxworth

It’s easy to think of shipping containers as simple metal boxes, that can’t be significantly improved. The Unit One container, however, is claimed to be lighter, stronger and more energy-efficient than others, plus it uses multiple sensors to monitor i… Continue reading Lightweight Unit One gives shipping containers the high-tech treatment→

A Simple Stove, Built for Beans

Posted on October 15, 2022 by Bryan Cockfield

Sitting around a campfire or fireplace is an aesthetically pleasing experience in most situations, and can even provide some warmth. But unless you have a modern wood-burning appliance, it’s likely …read more Continue reading A Simple Stove, Built for Beans→

Winged Drone Gets Forward Flight Capability

Posted on October 2, 2022 by Bryan Cockfield

Drones are pretty common in the electoronics landscape today, and are more than just a fun hobby. They’ve enabled a wide array of realtors, YouTubers, surveyors, emergency responders, and other …read more Continue reading Winged Drone Gets Forward Flight Capability→

Blainjett’s hemi-rotor concept promises unprecedented VTOL performance

Posted on September 30, 2022 by Loz Blain

Blainjett’s fascinating hemispheric rotor concept is a totally unique and left-field approach to VTOL flight. The company (no relation to me, for the record!) came up with the bones of the idea while working on the Horizon eVTOL hoverbike, which we cov… Continue reading Blainjett’s hemi-rotor concept promises unprecedented VTOL performance→