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  • Via Sony’s bio-battery: RC cars can now be powered by sugary drinks

    Via Sony’s bio-battery: RC cars can now be powered by sugary drinks

    Sony has been working on the development of efficient bio-batteries since 2007, but the company hasn't really come close to commercialization so far. The batteries, which exist as prototypes, can be recharged not by using methanol as fuel but glucose. And it makes sense, as a single bowl of rice contains the same energy as 96 AA batteries. And using the bio-battery in real products might soon become reality, it seems. This week, Japanese toymaker Takara showcased a few radio-controlled toy cars that are powered by the Sony battery. Power is generated by using enzymes to break down glucose found in sugary drinks. Cola, juice, soda and sports drinks can be used, as long as the liquid contains around 7% glucose.

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  • Toy Story, Cars, and Prince of Persia LEGO Minifigs are coming soon

    Toy Story, Cars, and Prince of Persia LEGO Minifigs are coming soon

    If we feature something LEGO here on CrunchGear, you can be sure that it’s worth your time and these Toy Story LEGO Minifigs are the coolest thing I have seen all day. Apparently Disney and LEGO hooked up back in February - who knew? - and this is the first of what is sure to [...]

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