Eco Factor: Energy generator harnesses the power of motion.
According to the law of conservation, energy can neither be created nor be destroyed. That means whatever we have in our surroundings is full of energy that just needs a proper way to be harnessed. Motion harnessing generators are not a new concept at EcoFriend, but the one developed by inventor Dr. Cedrick Ngalande is different and seems more efficient.
Dr. Ngalande has developed a new type of motion harnessing electricity generator called Green Erg. It has to be carried along as you walk just like a walking stick and while you walk, friction between the ground and the small blocks makes the dynamo rotate. This rotation generates electricity, which can be used in various ways. The inventor claims that at normal walking speeds the generator is able to produce 2 watts of electrical power, which is good enough for small gadgets like cellphones and PMPs. For more rotations and hence more energy, the system can be attached to the rear of a bike or a cart.
The Dark Side:
The system seems good at walking speeds, however, attaching it to the rear of a vehicle doesn’t seem to be a good idea.
Via: Dvice/Core77/AfriGadget
