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Sludge power.

Authors :
Johnston, Nicole
Source :
New Scientist. 04/22/2000, Vol. 166 Issue 2235, p10. 1/2p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Reports on the potential use of the septic tanks of spacecraft to keep in touch with ground control. Description of a biofuel cell that creates a constant, low-power electricity supply by feeding glucose to common bacteria such as Escherichia coli; Research of the project; Use of the biofuel cell as a backup method of maintaining communications in remote areas such as space.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02624079
Volume :
166
Issue :
2235
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New Scientist
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
3031849