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Paper-Based Batteries

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

These new Eco-Friendly Batteries Could One-Day Power Medical Technology

— August 22, 2018 — Eco
Newly developed paper-based batteries created by the Binghamton University, State University of New York could be the future of eco-friendly batteries in modern society. Powered by electron-harvesting bacteria, these batteries are generally composed of waxed paper with layers of metal and polymers printed into the material. A freeze-dried version of the bacteria, called exoelectrogens, are then held in the material. The paper-based batteries are then squeezed and the liquid from the bacteria causes the battery to function.

In its present state, the paper-based batteries are only capable of giving power to small devices, such as miniature calculators or LED lights. However, the hope is for the battery to be further perfected to extend the battery's life to eventually power medical technologies.


Image Credit: Seokheun Choi/State University of New York, Binghamton
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Batteries - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more efficient and longer-lasting eco-friendly batteries for various industries.
2. Bacteria-powered Batteries - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Investigate and develop new ways to utilize electron-harvesting bacteria for energy storage in different applications.
3. Paper-based Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the potential of paper-based materials for creating environmentally friendly and affordable technological solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Battery Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate paper-based battery technology into the battery industry to provide sustainable and efficient power solutions.
2. Medical Technology Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform the medical technology industry by developing paper-based batteries that fulfill the power requirements of medical devices.
3. Materials Science Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Research and develop new materials for applications in paper-based electronics and batteries.
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