Amazing Futuristic house !!!

Program:
International Architectural competition “a house for 2050” which resulted in achieving the 3rd rank in Materials & Technology Exhibition, Tabriz International Exhibition Co., Iran, May 2009
Process:
To give ideas based on conceivable conditions and technologies available in the year 2050 for solving the difficulties encountered in future.

Proper lighting:

By the year 2050, most probably, there will be no petroleum left in the ground. This fact, together with environmental issues, makes the use of green and renewable energies inevitable. Therefore, solar and wind energies are addressed in this work as potential solutions to achieve a sustainable design. Transparent photo voltaic glasses are surrounded in the exterior facade of each block to profit from full sunlight during the day time and achieve both of aspects; brightness and energy.

Orientation and Mechanical System:

The building is oriented according to the sunlight direction, in order to achieve proper light, view and wind during different seasons. By considering the wind direction, the building is designed in a U-shape form to benefit from most of the existent wind. To do so, according to the organic shapes in nature, particularly in sea corals which little forces in seashores cause their movements, we designed a construction system with a mechanical operation connected to the inner shell of the building. The system converts the mechanical energy into electrical energy and saves it for the building use.

Elevators:

Twisted elevators at the outer side of the shell are connected to horizontal corridors inside each level. Distance between elevators in the buildings is 4 cells. Thus, the maximum distance between elevators and cells is just as long as 2 cells.

Exchanging Color:

We forecasted changing color spectrum between cold and warm for facade of the building (day: cold colors / night: warm color) that causes the most positive effect on the urban landscape and urban life.

Self-sufficiency in water:

One of the important issues in the future is lack of water resources. Another advantage of the system is self-sufficiency in water to supply the building. A sponge-like material is used in the system’s surface to collect and store the rain water. This water is refined using filters and the clean and drinkable water is directed to the building water use cycle.

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Wind ‘N Go Time Minder Alarm Clock Radio

The Wind ‘N Go Time Minder Alarm Clock Radio is a great multipurpose device that has tools which it ideal for every day use and for use in emergency situations. The device uses a dynamo as a power source, you use the wind up/crank handle to provide the energy that will be converted into electricity.

The Wind ‘N Go Time Minder Alarm Clock Radio is a useful tool for those who travel or enjoy outdoor activities such as camping or caravaning. The device can act as an alarm clock, a FM/AM radio, a 3 LED flashlight, a USB charging station for portable electronics, and even has a high decibel siren! This allows it to be of great use in emergency situations, where attracting attention is paramount, while not taking up any extra space as it provides you with everyday useful abilities.

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New Protei drones

As you watched the devastating images of the DeepWater Horizon Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico, did you ever wish that there were some device that could just absorb all this harmful crude oil and save the planet? Well, we all indulge in wishful thinking but this time your wish has come true. The new Protei sea drone can do just what is desired, it can clean up the sea after an oil spill, with the help of powerful oil-sucking booms. Protei is an Open Source Hardware so its design will be available to the public.
The Protei oil-spill cleaning drones have been designed by Cesar Herada, who was formerly associated with Ushahidi and MIT’s Senseable City Lab. Protei is a drone that can semi-autonomously sail into the sea in case an oil spill occurs. This means that if a fleet of Protei drones successfully operate during a disaster then there will be no need to send human beings to clean up the mess, and humans will not be exposed to toxic substances.

The Protei drones have a detachable oil-sucking boom, which can collect a maximum of 2 tons of oil per trip. The best part is that these Protei drones can be modified to deal with any other kind of disaster as well, for instance, they can be sent out to collect data about the radiation level in the water if a meltdown is occurring at a nearby power plant or it might also be able to collect plastic, and the makers have not ruled out commercial applications as well. A Protei drone does not lose energy while traveling against the wind. In other words, it intercepts the oil sheens going downwind.

The Protei drones are inflatable and unbreakable, and they are cheap and easy to manufacture. These factors will enable fast mass production and immediate action in case a disaster strikes.The present form of the Protei drones need to be controlled from the shore but the maker aims at making this process like a virtual game. The vision for the future is that these drones will all be controlled by a series of algorithms and GPS data. The makers aim at involving computer users around the world to monitor the progress of their own Protei drones to attack any environmental disaster.

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Z-Kart: Handmade Electro Car

As major automobile manufacturers around the world pour countless dollars and man hours into the research and development of electric vehicles, George Fortin has quietly gone about making one of his own. While it is true that his Z-Kart is just a one-seater with a range of 20 miles and a top speed of 40 mph that lacks pretty much any safety features or cargo capacity, it is nonetheless a well-engineered little buggy that looks like it would be a blast to drive. Not bad at all, for something that was made and designed and built by a real estate broker.

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CRP Launches 2011 TTXGP Electric Motorcycle

Electric Motorcycle Racing

On Thursday, April 7 at the Bobino Club in Milan, CRP Racing officially presents its electric racing motorcycle, the eCRP 1.4, the eco-friendly workhorse that will compete in the FIM e-Power and TTXGP with Alessandro Brannetti (# 44), the rider confirmed by the Italian team.

CRP staff told their guests how innovative ideas grew into the creation of the Italian electric motorcycle and how the bike became the TTXGP European Champion and Vice World Champion in 2010.

The team's accomplishments have generated substantial interest and support in Italy and abroad; especially in the U.S., where fans are waiting with great enthusiasm for the arrival of the first modern electric motorbike that we can proudly say, was made in Italy.

The eCRP 1.4 is the evolution of version 1.2 and it strikes a cost-effectiveness balance for competition in electric racing. CRP Racing has engineered a motorcycle that handles extremely well and has the ability to provide a stable and predictable platform for the rider. Proper weight distribution and use of proven racing technology allows the eCRP 1.4 to weigh in at just 160kgs total.

The eCRP 1.4 uses a lithium-polymer 7.4Kw/h battery module to power dual DC motors. It can reach a top speed of 220 km / h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 3.2 seconds with 120 Nm of torque at 100 percent.

The 2011 workhorse is distinguished by a datalogger that can record the values from sensors for front and rear suspensions and throttle position.

It is also able to measure volts / amps into and out of the controller, and monitor the temperature of the motors (updated in 2011) and controller. All this data will be integrated with the GPS that records speed, acceleration and trajectory in real-time, with the objective of increasing the rider's and team's ability to be effective in practice and at the race. Better information is key to improving racing strategies.

In Milan, CRP will not speak only about racing: the step from the track to the road is short, especially when the manufacturer has a history of more than 40 years at the top of the motorsport and automotive industry.

Technological know-how and a concern for the environment are the guiding principles behind CRP Racing's goal of a street-legal electric motorcycle.

The sustainable mobility project will see the creation of a 100-percent electric super sport motorbike which will be previewed at EICMA, the international two-wheel exhibition.

Meanwhile, CRP is pursuing strong relationships within the green economy. A partnership signed with E-move.me (www.e-move.me) will bring the eCRP 1.4 to the Fuori Salone along with other electric vehicles. Additionally, CRP is grateful for and the support of companies such as REC Group and Idea FV, which has helped it achieve other meaningful results.

These partners have viewed the project of eCRP as the right opportunity to convey a respect for the environment through sporting competition, with the aim of providing their expertise in the development of new energy technologies for a better future.

An example of this commitment, which the official sponsors REC Group anf IdeaFV are the proponents, is represented by a roof made of photovoltaic panels that can be used at the paddock.

Ivano Zanni (Managing Director REC Solar for Italy and Spain) says: "Our relationship with CRP was born from the desire of REC to be on track with an undisputed star of the green revolution in the field of motorsport, oriented to innovation and technology research, hallmarks shared by REC Group. eCRP, the electric motorcycle, becomes even 'greener' if it is recharged with solar energy produced by REC Peak Energy photovoltaic modules, which are known for their high energy performance and reduced carbon footprint."

Andrea Docci (CEO of Idea DV) says: "Idea FV was one of the first Italian companies to offset its CO2 emissions by using photovoltaic systems on our property. Electricity used at our sites by all of our personnel and in our manufacturing processes is offset by solar power produced by the modules. It actually produces many more kWh than we need so this surplus will be 'turned over' to eCRP: all European trips (travel for the eCRP personnel) will then be CO2 Free! 'Ours' will then be the cleaner championship."

The project eCRP contains within itself the contribution of other companies such as Magni (compressed air systems and maintenance), EmilTecno (electrical and residential and industrial thermal-hydraulic plants), TTM (metal heat treatment), AGV (helmet manufacturer) Braking (disc brakes), Domino (motion controls), Govecs (electric scooter support paddock at European races) Motorex (lubricants and products for the care of the bike), Norway (back cover) and Kelly Controller (motor controller).

Thursday in Milan the curtain will raise on CRP's project of sustainable mobility. The eCRP has been able to combine technology, environment, and future on two wheels.

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Google покупает 49% немецкoй солнечной электростанции

Во многих отраслях IT компания Google имеет свои интересы, во многих – большие планы и надежды. Касается это и добычи электричества из альтернативных источников энергии.

Поисковый гигант объявил, что инвестирует 3,5 миллиона евро в солнечную электростанцию, которая будет запущена в Германии (предварительно сделка пройдет формальное одобрение регулирующими органами) энергетической компанией Capital Sage AG.

Электростанция расположится на 47 гектарах в Бранденбурге (на реке Хафель близ Берлина) и будет иметь пиковую мощность 18,65 МВт (то есть она станет одной из крупнейших в Германии электростанций такого типа).

Установка обеспечит электричеством более 5 000 домов в прилегающих областях. Для Google этот инвестиционный проект стал первым, который компания проводит за пределами США.

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Generating low-cost energy using ocean waves

What’s happening right now?
The paradigm is slowly but surely shifting towards a sustainable future, as revealed by this welcome statistics - around 19 percent of global final energy consumption came from renewable energies. Added to that, the share of renewables in electricity generation is around 18%, with 15% of global electricity coming from hydroelectricity. Now ocean energy is one of the newer yet important part of the total spectrum of hydroelectricity, as the electric generating potential of the ocean is enormous - up to 3 terawatts a year from ocean waves, and 0.8 terawatts from tidal flows, according to a 2005 study of MIT. Moreover wave energy is already less costly than its comparable counterpart wind energy, and an Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) report found that if wave had obtained the same government subsidies as wind, it would be a far more advanced technology than at present.

Trends:

1. bioWAVE Ocean Wave Power System:

Australian company, BioPower Systems have come up with two technologies to harness clean power from the seas - bioWave™ from the ocean, and bioStream from tidal currents in streams. Both the systems will be constructed under water and connected to smaller grid systems for clean energy generation. And the company has already mentioned that their design would not hamper the fabric of marine life.

2. Oyster Machine To Harvest Wave Power:

Oyster is a mammoth contraption designed for utilizing the power of ocean waves and converting them into electricity. Installed off the Atlantic shores of the Orkney Islands, the oscillators inside this gigantic device are fitted with pistons. Once these pistons become impelled by the wave movement, they start to pump high-pressure water through a underwater sea pipeline to the shore. The high pressure water is then converted to electricity by conventional hydroelectric generators. The whole system being deployed at near-shore water depths of 12 to 16 meters, takes advantage of more precise directional spread of the waves in this edge of the sea.

3. Green Ocean Energy’s twin devices to generate wave energy:

Green Ocean Energy will be designing two innovative devices – Ocean Treader and Wave Treader, which will float on the surface of ocean while the motion of waves activate the attached floating arms to move up and down, in order to power onboard generators. Each of the devices can generate an output of around 500 KW (transferable through underwater cables), which is enough to power 125 homes.

4. Scotland to unveil the world’s largest tidal turbine proposal in Sound of Islay:

Big is about to get beautiful now; the Scottish government has approved the ScottishPower Renewables’s grandiose plan of a £40 million mega tidal turbine project, off the west coast of Scotland in Sound of Islay. It is already touted that this 10 MW facility will generate enough electricity for more than 5000 dwellings, which by the way is double the present number of homes in Islay.

5. Underwater Kite Turbines:

This is a unique design contrived by Swedish renewable energy company Minesto and rather influenced by wind power generation. The conception features underwater kites spanning 8-14 meters, with a turbine attached to its ‘underbelly’. Depending on the location and size of the kites, each will have an estimated capacity of between 150 and 800 kW, and can be deployed in waters 50-300 meters deep.

6. WSG generates renewable energy day and night:

Korean designers Seung Woo Jung, Jung Seung Woo, Kim Hyun Jun and Kim Min Jung have conceived of an utterly adroit idea. The WSG, or Wave and Solar Energy Generator will be designed in such a way so that it can produce clean energy from ocean tides, waves and sun during the day time, but during the night time, the device will continue to generate power by utilizing only the tides and waves.

7. Researchers conceptualize Wing Waves to generate energy from ocean’s swells:

A team of researchers at the Florida Institute of Technology’s College of Engineering havethought of Wing Waves, which will be basically - a pair of eight-foot-tall metal wings that can flap to and fro, once jerked by the ocean’s swells. The flapping mechanism in turn will instigate the elliptical motion of waves 30 feet to 60 feet beneath the surface, which is then converted into mechanical energy and later into usable clean electricity. The researchers estimate that one square mile of wings, which will have about 1000 units, will be able to provide power to more than 200,000 homes!

8. SOLO-TREC:

SOLO-TREC, or Sounding Oceanographic Lagrangian Observer – Thermal RECharging is one state-of-the-art contraption that makes use of the unlimited energy of ocean currents. Fundamentally it is an engine that can dive up to 500m below the surface of the ocean and generate power in excess of 1.6 watt-hours (5760 Joules) with each dive, which is actually sufficient for working of on-board electronic equipments of ships.

The concept:
Wave energy can in fact be categorized as a form of wind energy, albeit in a completely different medium i.e. water. Essentially wave energies develop from winds above the sea; winds which come into bearing because of the temperature differences of the earth’s uneven surface. Tidal power on the other hand is a form of hydropower that converts the energy of tides into electricity or other useful forms of power.

The advantages:
There are a myriad of benefits that can be attached to the harnessing of ocean power (marine power). But firstly we should remember that it is a form of completely clean and ‘green’ energy with almost zero carbon emission. Secondly the oceans (covering around 70 percent of earth’s surface) have a tremendous amount of energy and are close to many if not most concentrated populations, and that is why many researches show that ocean energy has the potentiality of providing for a substantial bulk of new renewable energy around the world. And thirdly and most importantly they can be made significantly cost effective to be utterly practical and convenient in their heavy usage.

The Impact:
The immense magnitude of energy brewing in the oceans can only theoretically end with the ending of our very Earth. Furthermore with the repetitive cycles of the gravitational pull of moon and the flowing of winds, there is a gargantuan amount of water propelled towards the land each day. And if we even manage to moderately use a fraction of this unfathomable power, our sustainability woes can diminish by a huge margin. To give a taste of things to come, in the very near future, analysts are forecasting that ocean power will alone account for at least 2 percent of the energy needs in U.S., which is like catering to more than 6 million people!

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Backpack Creates Renewable Energy

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dies who will poke fun at me for this, I will always bring along every electronic device that I can fit in my pack. Gotta have the phone, the camera, and I’ve even been known to sneak a laptop on occasion. Problem is, the batteries are dead within the day and I inevitably regret the extra weight. The Alppac is for anyone like me. It uses a suspended load mechanism to produce an electrical charge when the user is walking. Plug in your phone, iPad, or any other electronic device and get a renewable, clean charge between stops.

Designer: Joel Lim YM

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Cellphone screens as solar panels

It takes about a total of six hours of outdoor light to completely charge a battery to full its capacity, while indoor light would take longer. While this is yet to come into production, the second-generation technology of Wysips promises to offer thirty minutes of talk time after just an hour of charging the phone.

If this does get into successful production, it would make wired chargers redundant. Wysips says it is already working with mobile display companies and phone manufacturers, to incorporate this technology into handsets and other mobile devices. It is a good thing that the film is ultra thin – less than 100 microns, and the film also does not interfere with the functions of a touch-sensitive smart phone. Plus, it is constantly drawing energy, unless of course the screen is covered. Hopefully, you will soon be able to charge on the go.

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отработанное моторное масло можно преобразовать в топливо

Для переработки отработанного масла уже используется процесс, называемый пиролизом. Масло, в отсутствие кислорода, нагревается до высокой температуры, что заставляет молекулы длинных углеводородов расщепляться на более короткие молекулы. В результате получается смесь жидких и газообразных углеводородов, которые могут быть преобразованы в автомобильное топливо, годное к употреблению. Основным недостатком процесса пиролиза является неравномерный нагрев исходного масла, что приводит к неравномерному расщеплению, затрудняющему дальнейший процесс получения топлива и делающему весь процесс пиролиза малоэффективным и непрактичным.

Что же сделали ученые из Кембриджа? Они просто добавили в отработанное масло микроскопические частицы материала, поглощающего микроволновое излучение, а затем подвергли полученную смесь процессу пиролиза, нагревая ее микроволновым излучением. Добавление поглощающего материала позволило осуществить более равномерный нагрев смеси и в результате около 90 процентов получившихся углеводородов с легкостью были преобразованы в обычный бензин и дизельное топливо.

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T-box

As anyone living near railway tracks will tell you, speeding trains generate quite a bit of wind as they whoosh past. Industrial designers Qian Jiang and Alessandro Leonetti Luparini have come up with a device that's installed between the sleepers on a track, and as the train passes overhead, the wind drives a turbine to generate electricity. The T-box devices could be placed along railway or subway lines, and make good use of an otherwise wasted resource.

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All in One Guide to Renewable and Alternative Green Energy Maps and Shapefiles on Mapcruzin.com

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http://www.mapcruzin.com/free-energy-maps-shapefiles.htm

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