Energy

Ferrocene could get perovskite solar cells ready for the big time

Researchers have found that adding the organometallic ferrocene to perovskite-based solar cells can dramatically increase their efficiency and stability.

Taking steps towards new carbon structures

well-ordered novel carbon nanostructures such as nanowalls can be grown by electrodeposition from molten salts

Surface modification makes carbon fiber composites tougher

electrochemical modification of carbon fibers makes polymer composites tougher

Novel thermoelectric coating feels the power

By combining semiconductors with flexible polymers, researchers have created a thermoelectric coating for converting low-grade heat into electrical power.

Green hydrogen produced by solar pixels

Non-toxic semiconductor alternative produces green hydrogen

Large-scale friction bearing inspires novel nanogenerator design

Tribologists boost power output by keeping friction low

Harvesting electricity from seawater can be sweet

Atomic clusters make light work of water splitting

Scientists have developed efficient photocatalysts for splitting water made from inorganic atomic clusters on titanium oxide supports.

Glass electrode provides window on all-solid sodium batteries

Researchers have developed an oxysulfide glass electrolyte for use in ambient-temperature solid-state sodium-sulfur batteries.

Light-triggered power source for soft robots

light-triggered shape-changing device that could serve as a power source for soft robotics