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Sound Powered LEDs Turn Screams Into Power

Using a regular speaker blasting out a narrow beam of sound, researchers have developed an LED that can actually be powered by nothing but audio. Providing a new way to deliver wireless power to devices from greater distances.


February 15, 2010
Science

MIT Wireless Power Discovery Proves Two Is Better Than One

Wireless power? Nothing new. It’s been around for at least 100 years, although only recently has it reached the point where a truly wireless future was believed possible. Now, an update of sorts from MIT WiTricity means it’s even closer.


October 3, 2009

Sony Getting Closer To TVs With No Cables Whatsoever

This TV has absolutely no cables connected to it. No video cable. No audio cable. And no power cable. How’s this wicked sorcery possible? Thanks to Sony’s new Wireless Power Transfer technology, which can send 60 watts over the air.