How to improve Solar Panel yield by 30%
The yield improvement measure mentioned in this article is applicable to both roof top Solar PV panels and Solar Water Heaters. Orientation of Solar collectors plays an important role in…
Future of Lithium Ion Batteries
The arrival of Lithium Ion batteries have been nothing short of a blessing in the world of technology and gadgets. These batteries are more energy dense compared to both Lead…
100% Coal Free, What is next for Scotland
On 20th of March 2016, Scotland’s largest power station Longannet (2.4 Giga Watt capacity ) was shutdown. It was a day of ambivalent feelings. On one hand jobs were lost,…
The biggest Renewable Projects around the World
Renewable energy has grown leaps and bounds over the last decade. Part of the drive has come from Kyoto protocol coming into force. The depleting fossil fuels reserves and the…
Bio-Inspired Engineering and Theo Jansen Mechanism
Mankind has always looked towards nature for inspiration. It was sight of birds soaring across the skies that fueled the desire to fly. Similarly, observation of the creatures treading across…
Wind Turbines of the Future
This article explore the wind turbines of the future. However, before looking into wind-turbines of tomorrow, it would be worthwhile to understand what really works for turbine design and what…
Drones: The future and the challenges
The advancement in battery technology and in particular the increase of energy density (up to 250 Wh/kg) in the last decade has helped developed new devices that were not possible…
TESLA Model 3 Vs Chevrolet Bolt: The race for 200 mile affordable EV begins
The gun has been fired for the 200 mile affordable electric car. And for two manufacturers in particular, it is not only a race against time but more importantly a…