Researchers at the State University of New York at Binghamton have developed a paper-based battery that is biodegradable in water, according to a paper in Advanced Sustainable Systems. The new battery, which can be used for water purification and other applications, could also help reduce waste from wastewater treatment plants, where many batteries are produced. The team said power levels on the low-cost, flexible batteries could be boosted by simply folding or stacking them.
Researchers at the State University of New York at Binghamton have developed a paper-based battery that is biodegradable in water, according to a paper in Advanced Sustainable Systems. The biobattery was made up of a paper hybrid and engineered polymers, and the team said it demonstrated a surprising level of efficiency. The team said power levels on the low-cost, flexible batteries could be boosted by simply folding or stacking them.