MIT developed heat engine has no moving parts --- is more efficient than a steam turbine
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- Jul 28
Thermoelectric device wraps around pipes to convert wasted heat to electricity

- Jul 2
MIT heat engine has no moving parts --- is as efficient as a steam turbine

- Jun 28
Thermoelectric device wraps around pipes and converts waste heat to electricity

- Jun 17
Innovative ink coating can power wearable devices via heat

- Jun 2
MIT's new heat engine has no moving parts --- is as efficient as a steam turbine

- May 27
New thermoelectric device wraps around pipes and converts wasted heat to electricity

- Apr 13
Converting solar energy to electricity on demand

- Mar 31
Scientists develop heat storage material that is stable, efficient and eco-friendly

- Mar 30
Squid skin-inspired cup cozy will keep your hands cool and your coffee hot

- Jan 22
Using ice to boil water: Researcher makes heat transfer discovery

- Jan 6
Windows that outsmart the elements

- Dec 31, 2021
Scientists invent energy-saving glass that ‘self adapts’ to heating and cooling demands

- Dec 16, 2021
Innovative clothing patch vents to release heat when you sweat

- Dec 9, 2021
Transforming materials with light could lead to ultrafast light-based computers and more

- Nov 28, 2021
Trees found to reduce land surface area temperatures in cities up to 12°C

- Nov 10, 2021
Smart window material blocks heat transmission without blocking views

- Nov 8, 2021
Photovoltaic solar heating system uses 95% of energy available to heat water

- Nov 4, 2021
On ancient Earth, it never rained but it poured

- Oct 26, 2021
From waste to resource: Turning exhaust heat into energy with unprecedented efficiency