Thanks to a new design of thermoelectric device Embedded in the bottle cap, it has a USB charging port. By connecting the charging cable, the battery charging icon on the mobile screen is activated.
The water bottle can provide 20 to 30 minutes of electricity after we pour 300 to 500 milliliters of boiling water. Enough to charge a smartphone and other small appliances.
thermoelectric device
The thermoelectric devices They are made of materials that can convert a temperature difference into electricity.
Researchers at the China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology, a Chinese space rocket manufacturer, has developed a type of insulated water bottle equipped with a thermoelectric chip that converts the heat of water into electricity to charge devices.
Emphasizing the safety of the invention, its developers guarantee that it produces low voltage and has no risk of short circuit.
The researchers are now looking to establish cooperation with companies to commercialize the concept. The product is likely to be priced at 150 yuan, about 20 euros.
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With this hot water bottle developed in China you could one day charge a smartphone
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Xataka Science
by
Sergio Parra
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