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Design
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04.13.08Even More New Tech!The Australian company Dyesol have been working with Professor John Bell and Queensland University of Technology research department on transparent solar cells that can generate energy while acting as windows. From ENN.com..... The solar cells contain titanium dioxide coated in a dye that increases light absorption. The glass captures solar energy which can be used to power the house but can also reduce overheating of the house, reducing the need for cooling. Professor Bell said it would be possible to build houses made entirely of the transparent solar cells. "As long as a house is designed throughout for energy efficiency, with low-energy appliances it is ...
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04.05.08Does Design Really Matter for Solar Technology?I've always told myself that if I could get a reasonably priced, high quality, high efficiency solar panel, nothing else would matter, but it seems like many others disagree with that, as they look forward to aesthetically pleasing solar technology as well. Over on Engadget there is a post that talks about a new solar powered cell phone charger that looks very rugged, and useful (pictured above). Here are some details about it: Solar Technology's Freeloader solar charger was already a pretty attractive option as it was, but the company's now looking to give the portable charger a bit of a boost, with ...
