Vibration batteries may be the future
- Vibration batteries may replace regular batteries.
The technology developed by electronics maker Brother Industries uses a coil, magnet and condenser to charge electricity. The Vibration Energy Cells produce electricity after being vigorously shaken.
Two AA-sized prototypes produce electricity that's enough to charge TV remote controls, the company said.
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Eight Pennsylvania electric utilities are set to increase their energy prices on Dec. 1, reflecting the higher cost to produce electricity. Peco Energy, which serves Philadelphia and its suburbs, will boost its energy charge by 6.4% on Dec. 1, from 6.6 cents per kilowatt hour to about 7 cents per kWh. Energy charges account for about half of a residential bill.
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