SMRTR Science & EngineeringFeb 9, 2025Interesting Engineering

Breakthrough artificial leaf follows sun for over 800% solar energy efficiency boost

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Chinese researchers have developed a sun-tracking artificial leaf that significantly boosts solar energy efficiency. The flexible device uses temperature-sensitive polymers to bend towards light, achieving up to 866% more hydrogen and oxygen fuel production compared to fixed systems when light strikes at 90 degrees.

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