Vibration-powered Generators Replace AA, AAA Batteries

Brother Industries Ltd developed small vibration-powered generators that can replace AA and AAA batteries.

For example, when the generator, which the company calls “Vibration-powered Generating Battery,” is set inside a remote control, it is possible to use the remote by shaking it to generate power.

“The new generator will semipermanently eliminate the need to replace batteries and contribute to reducing the amount of wastes,” Brother Industries said.

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