Wasn't sure where to post this but it sounds exciting as a possibility for harnessing energy. The Japanese have installed tiles made of rubber/ceramic that make a vibration each time someone steps on the tile. Enough is generated in a day to light up a sign.
I'm sure many of us have a fair amount of foot traffic in our homes with kids and pets. I'd love to see an application for the individual home owner soon.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/energy/3721841/Japan-harnesses-energy-from-footsteps.html
I'm sure many of us have a fair amount of foot traffic in our homes with kids and pets. I'd love to see an application for the individual home owner soon.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/energy/3721841/Japan-harnesses-energy-from-footsteps.html