SMRTR Science & EngineeringFeb 6, 2025Interesting Engineering

Walking could soon generate electricity with new slime that powers up when stepped on

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Researchers at the University of Guelph have developed a slime-like material that generates electricity when compressed. This novel technology could be used in flooring to produce clean energy from walking, in shoe insoles to analyze gait, and as synthetic skin for robots, with potential applications in targeted drug delivery and advanced wound healing.

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