Researchers have discovered how to make a battery that runs on sugar! Read the article and then comment below (3 sentences or more).
96 Comments
Alyn Wakefield
2/8/2014 03:01:02 am
I think that it is great that scientists have come up with a new and biodegradable energy source. I think a sugar powered battery has great potential in a technology centered world like today.The sugar to be used for the batteries could be found anywhere today. For example, if you needed to recharge a battery at the mall, there would be plenty of vending machines around selling sugary drinks for you to use.
Megan Loveless
2/11/2014 10:10:39 am
I think a sugar-powered battery is a great idea! The battery sounds efficient and, perhaps more importantly, convenient. The convenience of using sugary drinks to power the battery is a huge step forward. The biodegradable nature of the battery is also a cool feature. I think these batteries sound exciting!
Emma Koory
2/26/2014 10:25:10 am
It is incredible how advanced the science world has become. To be able to turn sugar into a renewable energy source is astounding. I think that the battery would be very easy to market because of the convenience of it. It would also attract earth enthusiasts trying to reduce their carbon footprint. All in all, I think it is a great idea.
Maura Blanchfield
2/9/2014 12:04:02 am
I think that batteries which run on sugar can be extremely beneficial. The fact that they could even power large machinery for the military is incredible. Sugar is such a common product, that it would be easy for people to recharge the batteries. Aside from the fact that they run on sugar, earth-friendly batteries which are biodegradable are a great creation, and make me excited to see what other earth-friendly products may come up.
Claudia Turner
2/9/2014 01:58:00 am
The fact that scientist have come with such an idea is extremely exciting. Being able to charge biodegradeable batteries with everyday products like sugar is something that I believe will benefit us and our enviorment in many ways. Im eager to see what more wiill be discovered regarding similar topics.
Kaitlin Kotwicki
2/9/2014 03:27:37 am
I think that it's wonderful that they have looked into created this battery! I believe that it will also help our environment and electricity bills. Too often, we lose our chargers or break them, but with the sugar operated battery, we would be able to charge our phones with supplies that we already have! Also, instead of throwing away flat sodas, we could use them. Genius!
Izzy Saadeh
2/9/2014 04:47:09 am
I believe that this idea will be very beneficial, not only for humans and for our use of technology, but also for the environment. By using sugar as a way to charge our electronics, we will save energy with a convenient and biodegradable source. The fact that scientists are coming up with new ways to conserve energy is very exciting, and I think this will lead to more advancements in technology in the future.
Anne-Marie Guelcher
2/9/2014 10:52:29 am
The idea of sugar being used as an energy source to charge batteries is amazing. I think sugar as a source of electricity would be very useful, especially for the military as sugar could be used to power their equipment in situations when no other source of electricity is available. Sugar would definitely have lots of uses as a battery. If the sugar battery proves to be successful on a small scale then maybe sugar could even be used to provide electricity on a larger scale. For example, maybe sugar could be used as an emergency generator to provide electricity for houses when the power goes out for whatever reason.
Katy Wood
2/9/2014 11:36:20 pm
The fact that sugar glucose can generate electric power is insane! If one thinks about how sugar glucose and carbohydrates power our body, then we should not be shocked in it's ability to power other things. If we can use hot fudge instead of gasoline, the economy will get a lot better. I hope scientists pursue this discovery so that I can play candy crush all day long without charging my phone.
Tommy Strei
2/10/2014 05:58:09 am
It seems almost too good to be true that scientists are making advances in this way with biodegradable batteries. Having worked with batteries, I know how they work and how much more convenient it would be to have a biodegradable, sugar run battery. I hope they continue to pursue and perfect this new alternative and that it becomes available to the public soon.
Melissa Strickland
2/10/2014 05:59:15 am
I think the whole idea of your battery lasting longer is fantastic. I'm always listening to music or playing on my iPod, and with this new battery I could use it all day without charging it. Another benefit of the new battery is that it's environmentally safe. The sugar battery could definitely go far and advance current technology.
Tashana Simon
2/10/2014 06:06:06 am
It's really amazing to think that something as simple as sugar could be so useful. I wonder what sparked the idea of using sugar as an energy source. Surely, this discovery would dramatically impact the value of sugar. There would probably be more of a demand for the item, despite the fact that sugar is a common household substance. Overall, it's great to see these exciting advancements.
Teresa Cummings
2/10/2014 06:53:48 am
To have a battery fueled organically, like this one with sugar, would be revolutionary itself. This could change life in the modern world as we know-- it could be our solution to finding the new "green" environmentally friendly technology.
Bernadette Spoth
2/10/2014 07:03:19 am
I think that it is amazing that a common household item such as sugar can be used today to make biodegradable batteries. I feel that this way of charging things with easy to obtain sugar is going to have more positive effects on our environment than normal batteries. This is due to it being biodegradable. It will also make it easier to travel with electronics, because it'll ease your mind knowing you can easily charge your phone when you may need it most.
Samuel McIlheran
2/10/2014 07:09:37 am
As cool as this is, if this catches on, it would be only worse for our society at large. Already, we are a culture dominated by our mobile devices, only dragged back to reality by the phone pining for power, "feed me slave, etc". This would prevent the inevitable phone death, and instead keep us plugged in for a very long time. On the up side, maybe this would make electric cars actually work well and maybe have interesting economic repercussions, such as a ford commercial powered and funded by coca cola? All in all, I'm impressed, but don't think it's that much of a good idea. (unless it leads to really interesting "Star Trek-ish" technology)
Connor Barron
2/10/2014 07:12:30 am
The idea of sugar being used as a source of energy is incredible. It would very useful to be able to instantly charge our cell phones and IPods when we are on the go. It is also good that it is an energy source that can be easily replaced with so many common substances. Being biodegradable helps the environment too.
Madeleine Dubelko
2/10/2014 07:13:56 am
I think the batteries running off of sugar is a revolutionary concept! It could be used in many different ways such as using these fuel cells in cars, to charge phones or possibly even bring power to areas in poverty. If you can afford sugar, you can have power.
Samie Hundessa
2/10/2014 08:51:17 am
I think the idea of using sugar as a source of fuel would be beneficial but also, there could be some disadvantages. Yes, it would be biodegradable, but if everyone were to use sugar for more than just to sweeten their food, the price of sugar would most likely escalate and it would be more expensive to buy something that would usually be a relatively cheap item.
Brianna Wylie
2/10/2014 08:52:10 am
I think sugar powered batteries are a great idea, it would be more convenient not having to worry about having to find an outlet when you are out, just a sugary drink, which is almost anything. Also having longer time in between charges will attract many costumers. The one downfall on my mind is that we might have to buy all new devices that are capable of adapting to these new batteries.
Alex Hawley
2/10/2014 09:39:46 am
The sugar powered battery seems like a new innovation that could benefit our society in obvious ways. Compared to the lithium batteries that are common among phones and other popular electronics, the sugar powered battery is more eco-friendly and is said to have a longer battery life which will surely draw consumers. This new battery also seems like a good idea because of how it can be used by not only civilians, but the military as well.
Wyatt Ochs
2/10/2014 09:49:13 am
When you think about how we use sugars to power our body, using sugars to power other things seems basic. However, it's fantastic that scientist finally figured out how to do it. If this becomes a full success, the lives of those, to whom electronics are a big part of their life, will be changed.
Michael Manley
2/10/2014 09:52:40 am
Converting from the current system of lithium ion batteries to sugar based fuel cells has a major impact if done sooner rather than later. Because the current batteries used are difficult to dispose of, taking up to years to safely be rid of, it would be beneficial to transfer ourselves to a system of biodegradable battery fuel cells. Biodegradable batteries also tend to not explode violently like the lithium ion batteries in use today. Adding to this is the practical fact that the sugar based fuel cells run longer and have a more powerful charge than the current lithium ion counterparts, making it more efficient and effective.
Dianna Dominguez
2/10/2014 09:55:07 am
Using sugar as a "battery" seems like an interesting idea. But if this were to be used in place of actual batteries, then wouldn't the price for sugar rise dramatically? However it does seem like it would be alternative to batteries in case of an emergency.
Joseph Patrick
2/10/2014 09:56:05 am
It is good to learn that we have progressed in science to the level where we may construct biodegradable and Eco-friendly batteries for everyday use. It is also interesting to hear that the military is already concocting ways to utilize this new found technology on the battlefield. Hopefully there will be no backlash or unforeseen consequences to this latest innovation in science.
Sarah Mekonnen
2/10/2014 10:16:43 am
It wonderful how we can use sugar for energy not only for our body's but also for a battery!!! The future with thank these scientists for discovering such a thing. Who would have thought that sugar would be a longer lasting energy source that a regular battery.
Amy Barnes
2/10/2014 10:34:00 am
I think that a sugar powered battery is a great idea because it is not only helping us, but it will also be beneficial to our environment. With this battery, it would be much easier more Eco-friendly to charge our phones and iPods. It is wonderful to hear that scientists have been able to make these advances. 2/10/2014 10:57:24 am
Sugar is such an easy thing to get a hold of and making batteries run off it would definitely be very sufficient! Also, the fact that it helps mobile devices of many sorts run longer would be beneficial for all. On top of that, since it's a natural ingredient it's safe for the environment. Hopefully sugar being an energy source will catch on soon enough.
Darby Young
2/10/2014 11:28:31 am
A sugar powered battery would definitely benefit consumers and the environment and would also be a very successful product on the market. These batteries run on almost any sugar source, last 3-4 times longer on a single charge than conventional batteries, and the materials used to make the sugar powered batteries are biodegradable. This new technology advances our understandings about energy sources and enables scientists to work on products that will benefit consumers and the environment.
jacob wahlin
2/10/2014 11:38:44 am
A sugar powered battery would be a more efficient and eco-friendly than their metal counterparts. The question is if they can make it cost efficient. If they can make it cost efficient and available to consumers then it may be used more readily.
Ashley Dominguez
2/10/2014 11:38:44 am
The idea of a battery that runs on sugar is a promising idea for today's society. Sadly and astonishingly at the same time, today's generation is more modernized which can benefit and hurt us simultaneously as a whole. To produce something as a "sugar battery" can be extremely beneficial and influential to the modern world where we are so heavy on technology. The parts of the battery are biodegradable which make it that much more Eco-friendly. This idea can be the turning point in modern technology.
Sabrina Morales
2/10/2014 11:58:45 am
I believe that the idea of using "sugar batteries" is very resourceful and opens up a window to many great benefits and new possibilities. It will become easier to recharge cell phones because one can find a form of sugar (whether tree sap of soda) practically anywhere. Also the fact that it has the possibility to increase the time spent using an electronic device in between charges, is very promising. 2/10/2014 01:22:00 pm
Its amazing that scientists are able to create a battery that can actually run only on sugar with our advances in technology. It sounds like a very promising idea that is also better for the environment than other energy sources and is also biodegradable. I think that this holds potential to be a possible energy source to use commonly in the future.
Darrin Day
2/10/2014 11:26:34 pm
I think it is great that researchers have discovered a better battery. Not only would it be good for the environment but it would also be more beneficial to the consumer. And the fact that it "has the potential to operate three to four times longer on a single charge" than a normal battery is very appealing. I am also fond of the idea that it can be refueled practically anywhere that has a sugar based substance.
Luke Brunsman
2/10/2014 11:56:57 pm
I think that this new type of battery would great for both producers and consumers. To the producers it is a cheaper and more effective way to store energy therefore cutting cost while improving the product. To the consumer it cuts the cost of the device and elongates the battery life at the same time.
Conor Zicht
2/11/2014 12:04:51 am
I think the new type of sugar battery is a good idea because it lasts longer than regular batteries and you can recharge them. I also like the idea of how sugar charges our bodies and now they can charge batteries. it is also biodegradable so it is also good for the environment.
Clare
2/11/2014 02:04:18 am
This new way to harvest electricity is very innovative. However several questions need to be asked. Is it reliable? Can it replace larger sources of battery? The article explains that it can replace batterys to charge ipods and cell phones, however it doesn't demonstrate truely useful until it can be used as a replacement for all batteries. on a practical standpoint, it would be annoying to use a certain kind of battery for some electronics and another for your others.
Stephen Chellis
2/11/2014 02:13:28 am
Developing alternate sources of energy helps us look into the future. But we need a practical source of energy. This sugar-battery won't go very far because of it's practical use. Even if this works (practically) the market wouldn't be able to have this technology selling very well. To convert this technology would raise the price of sugar, effect the market, and have kids in Africa starve to death. 2/11/2014 04:58:25 am
I believe that with the health concerns americans have promoting sugar isn't the best thing for a healthier America. If we were to use sugar as a substitute for electronics then it would make it more accessible than it already is. it would also show that sugar is a good thing which it is in moderation but when constantly used it could cause major health problems. 2/11/2014 06:17:21 am
Personally, I think the idea of sugar batteries is just what we need in our world today which has suffered from the waste and hazards normal batteries have left behind! This new technology is very innovative, very safe, very practical. Who knows, maybe it will convince some Americans to put sugar to a better use rather than shoving it constantly down their throats every single day!
Denise Gallant
2/11/2014 06:52:51 am
I believe that the idea of using "sugar batteries" that are biodegradable is an excellent suggestion for those who are always on the go or in a hurry. Its always frustrating when your in a pickle and your phone or other electronic device is about to "die". Using these energy efficient batteries may provide to be an excellent tool for future use.
Hannah McNulty
2/23/2014 10:50:01 am
I believe that the use of "sugar batteries" would be a tremendous benefit to the world. The easily found source of energy would make the every day lives of people a more enjoyable experience. These batteries could also potentially save lives, such as in a war zone. There could be a situation where a soldier has no access to electricity and desperately needs to fuel a device (perhaps a radio, or another life saving device), and they could easily fuel it with even the sugar from a plant. I truly believe that if these "sugar batteries" become a reality, that the world can be changed for the better.
Amelia Naegele
2/11/2014 07:07:38 am
I think that using sugar instead of lithium to power batteries is a great idea. The fact that these batteries are biodegradable as well as longer lasting than lithium ion batteries makes one wonder why they weren't developed earlier. Using these sugar powered batteries that also are better for the environment is a fantastic solution to the battery problem.
Douglas Parker
2/11/2014 07:10:05 am
I think that this new type of battery that runs on sugar is a great idea. We need batteries that use everyday things such as sugars. However these batteries need to have more research done and to have the technologies in them mastered before the public uses them.
Michael Vasquez
2/11/2014 07:14:16 am
This new battery that runs on sugar is revolutionary. We as a world need to create a new source of renewable energy to reduce our dependency on toxic or expensive alternatives. However, these new batteries could make sugar prices more expensive.
Andriy Etcheverry
2/11/2014 08:19:14 am
I think that batteries that run on sugar can drastically change the world. The phones we use every day are made from a dwindling supply of rare-earth metals, many of which are irreplaceable. We need breakthroughs such as this to revolutionize the way we create new technology in a globally-minded and green way.
Lauren Laws
2/11/2014 08:23:23 am
Our technology has come a long way and to see that we have discovered ordinary sugar can be used as a battery is truly unbelievable. I think if they go through with this idea it will be extremely beneficial to consumers, as well as the environment. Hopefully we can learn from this discovery and move forward to more similar advancements.
Maura McDonough
2/11/2014 08:29:19 am
I think that this new battery that runs on sugar brings out so many great advantages compared to the batteries used now. These being, saving electricity and helping the environment. As of right now, people subconsciously hurt the environment without a second thought; this new battery provides an easy way to access the same everyday technologies we use without damaging the environment we are leaving for the future.
Michael Nguyen
2/11/2014 08:44:02 am
To think that the idea of sugar being used as a source of energy, is amazing. This will benefit the environment because the sugar powered batteries are biodegradeable. They will benefit the consumers because of the small amount of time it'll take for things to charge. The advances in technology are unbelievable and if this goes through it would be amazing.
Amber Walton
2/11/2014 08:45:05 am
Considering the finite amount of fossil fuels we have, it is highly appropriate to have found a common alternative. With the sugar battery being biodegradable, it proves itself even more useful as a recyclable source of energy. With continued efforts such as this, the resourcefulness and creativity of the human race becomes more apparent. Kudos to Minteer and her fellow chemists.
Katherine Duquiatan
2/11/2014 08:45:31 am
I think that batteries powered by sugar will be beneficial for the environment. It will help reduce the amount of toxins released by battery acids into the ground in landfills. With batteries powered by sugar electricity could be conserved and a greater supply of energy can be produced and used.
Noel Masih
2/11/2014 08:59:51 am
Having this new battery run on sugar would be great, i know in this day an age that we are always on our phones, so having a new battery source would be fantastic. We would be helping the environment and be saving electricity.
Leonardo Colon
2/11/2014 09:06:17 am
I personally believe that, while it is great that scientists are currently developing new methods of developing environmentally friendly and consumer worthy products on the market, the current progress with this new, "sugar battery", concept is simply at an unreasonably early stage to be categorized as a potentially life-changing solution to battery charging. According to many sources, including the Huffington Post and user-generated Wikihow, sugar's melting level ranges from 140 to 180 degrees celsius. While it may seem ludicrous on a superficial level to assume that sugar would ever reach this level of heat, one needs to remember the amount of heat that is generated from electronic devices and chargers. We ourselves tend to feel that our phones and chargers get hot when used for prolonged periods of time. This does not even include the varying temperatures that the charger could face and its affected performance. Once these issues have been formally and thoroughly addressed, we can then assume that this charger has the potential of being the "dawn of a new age" of chargers that this article claims it to be.
Sonia Okolo
2/11/2014 09:06:45 am
The use of sugar itself or sugar in anything from energy drinks to tree sap in order to better power electronics in place of batteries is really a solid idea. Sugar is already used to power our bodies and plants for survival . So it is not surprising that scientists have found another way to harness sugar's "power" for energy.
Matthew Roper
2/11/2014 09:13:10 am
Research has shown that longer lasting batteries could be made using sugar. I think the idea is a good one as long as the production of "sugar-powered" batteries does not have a negative effect on the food industry or the economy. The possibility of the switch to "sugar-powered" batteries is so legitimate that the US Military is looking into, and considering a switch to these batteries.
Mary Sprague
2/11/2014 09:45:05 am
Minteer's "sugar battery" idea is revolutionary yet convenient. It is not only a revolutionary step in finding new earth friendly energy sources, but also convenient for those who are too busy and most likely too lazy to charge their batteries. This "Sugar battery " has opened the door into possible research of what other nutrients from food that energizes our bodies could energize our technology.
Emily Collins
2/11/2014 09:49:36 am
I think that as cool as a 'sugar battery' sounds it would only add to the downfall of social life. While many people consider themselves social people they really aren't. When walking around a mall or going out to eat with family you can look around and see cell phones. Dinner is for family time or spending time with whoever you are with. Asking a friend one question via text is one thing. A whole conversation with that person is a little ridiculous. Imagine how awkward it would be to sit at the table and everyone around you is texting. You however don't have a phone and can't text. Doesn't it make you feel better if someone else puts their phone down and starts a conversation with you when they notice? It doesn't make sense to text your friends when you are sitting across the table from them either!
Rita McInerny
2/11/2014 09:56:18 am
A battery able to be almost instantly recharged, as Minteer claims, is extremely convenient for those always on-the-go or our military who may be in emergency situations. The materials for the battery are also very simple--the best fuel source being table sugar and water. An environmentally friendly battery made from these kinds of natural resources is something very much needed in our world today.
Joaquim Santos Jr.
2/11/2014 10:11:23 am
I think that sugar being made into an energy source for electronics could be a major breakthrough. The fact that it is also biodegradable makes it even better. With the amount of natural and artificial sugars in the world we could possibly fuel our nation for many more years to come.
Marisa Devin
2/11/2014 10:26:22 am
I think that's amazing that something as simple as sugar could actually charge your phone. You wouldn't have to constantly make sure you always have your charger with you everywhere you go. Not only is it convenient but it's also good for the environment
Kelly Taylor
2/11/2014 10:27:51 am
It's awesome that Minteer has been able to make an efficient reusable battery. The fact that it runs best on sugar and water is great because both of these resources are renewable and plentiful. Also, since this battery charges faster than the typical battery, this means that you can spend less time charging something like your phone and more time using it. 2/11/2014 10:32:30 am
A sugar powered battery sounds quite interesting, and would no doubt (if released for public use) result in multiple effects. A battery cell that can process glucose would serve well the military and for agents in the field. In fact, it sounds like something out of a fictional spy story, where the main character, being cut off from all electrical outlets, uses rainwater and sugar from their lunch to recharge their electronic device (in the extreme case, anyway).
Paul Fritschner
2/11/2014 10:38:00 am
From what it sounds like in this article, using sugar as a means for charging electronics would be extremely beneficial with hardly any downside. It would be biodegradable, therefore good for the environment, and it would provide a more substantial charge than many other charging products. This would allow for better use of electronics and be more convenient for charging your gear.
DJ Stefonsky
2/11/2014 10:47:26 am
From personal experience, having my phone or Ipod being charged by sugar would be an unbelievable idea to fathom. The article also mentioned to hold a charge of 3 to 4 times longer, which would be a huge benefit not including the fact that it's all biodegradable. If they have already thought of and completed feats such as these, I cannot imagine what scientists will think of next.
Theresa Sirks
2/11/2014 10:55:15 am
I believe using sugar to power batteries is a great idea. Not only would consumers benefit from this but the military and the environment would as well. Since sugar is very common it would make charging batteries easier.
Emily Smid
2/11/2014 11:01:08 am
I think it is awesome that scientists have discovered this because it is so much more eco-friendly than what we are using now. I also think it would be a lot cheaper for those making the phones or other products and it would be easier for the buyers to use their devices almost anywhere at any time. In addition, it would be very convenient for the military because as I said before it could be used anywhere. Overall, this is very interesting and exciting and I hope it becomes the next big thing for our technology in the future.
Francis Bright
2/11/2014 11:11:47 am
A battery that could instantly charge devices by using sugar as the means to charge it could definitely be beneficial today's society considering how we're always trying to get stuff done on our laptops and cellphones. And the fact that a sugar-powered battery is environmentally friendly is even greater considering the how bad the affect of battery acid on plant life from discarded batteries can be so harmful. Literally a battery charging off a sugar could change the world of electronics, but is it really going to be available to all of us or just specifically for military purposes only? And if so, can we afford it once it's out?
Caitlin St. Amour
2/11/2014 11:38:44 am
It is incredible that researchers have found that sugar can produce electricity. Of course sugar has fueled our bodies, but it is amazing that sugar can charge cell phones, ipods, etc. Also technologies powered by sugar last about four times longer than lithium ion batteries. This use of sugar as a source for energy is also much better for the earth, since it is biodegradable. It is crazy that using sugar to power our technologies may be in the near future.
Maria Reese
2/11/2014 11:41:49 am
I believe that sugar as a source for batteries is an extremely creative and useful new source. Not only is it environmentally safe it is also convenient. If this new energy source can do as much as Minteer says then the benefits of the military and the common citizen will be unimaginable. Sugar may become the next step in technology and who knows what could come next?
Kathryn Chau
2/11/2014 11:42:47 am
The idea of batteries being able to run on sugar is fascinating. It would be extremely convenient to people buying the product. But will this make sugar cost more because of increased demand? Could this damage the environment because of increased crop production?
Victoria Garcia
2/11/2014 12:19:06 pm
This new idea of a sugar battery seems very interesting and can potentially be a good thing! Yes it saves energy and will be very convenient to those using it but it could also have negative aspects such as the rise of price in sugar. But I personally think this idea would be worth trying out and would be beneficial to the conservation of energy!
Christina Vontersch
2/11/2014 12:29:11 pm
The thought of using a sugar run battery is very interesting. Just as our bodies use sugar for energy a calculator can do like wise. This is definitely amazing especially if it can produce a longer lasting battery. What I don't totally buy is its biodegradability given that the sugar is biodegradable they mentioned cartridges. also what would hold this sugar battery? These I do not presume are made of sugar. so even the interior is biodegradable there still is the carbon print of the cartridges and casing. Other wise I think a sugar run battery is an awesome idea.
Emily Conner
2/11/2014 03:04:02 pm
The sugar batteries sound extremely helpful and efficient. They are not only better than current batteries they are cleaner, and much better for the environment. I find it exciting that these sugar batteries can help the military. The article mentioned that the militaries equipment could be instantly recharged using the sugar batteries. Overall, I believe the US Department of Defense should continue funding the sugar batteries.
Becky Boak
2/11/2014 07:32:01 pm
I think the idea of sugar batteries could be very beneficial in the future, but there are many things still to be done before these batteries could be used. While they would make it a lot easier and more convenient to charge our electronic devices, using simple everyday items, there could be downsides to using sugar in this way, and there are many questions worth asking. Is there a surplus of sugar or would this increase in demand for sugar only make sugar prices go up? Also, could other forms of sugar, such as corn syrup, be used interchangeably?
Mackenzie Hawley
2/11/2014 08:06:41 pm
Sugar powered batteries are both an exciting and very beneficial invention. The fact that science had begun to think to power electronics in the same way that are bodies and other life forms are powered is a very interesting consept. The fact that these batteries would be long-lasting and easy refuelable is super convienient and I'm sure would seem useful to not only teens, who always seem to be on portable electronic devices, but people of all ages.
Kim Millspaugh
2/11/2014 08:11:28 pm
The fact that we could use sugar to charge and power our electronics really is exciting. Sugar is found in a lot of things and therefore is very eco friendly. Also because sugar is found in so many things you could use just about anything for a power source, it is so versatile.
Isaac Bartolomei
2/12/2014 01:31:09 am
I think that the idea of a sugar-run battery is cool. However, I do not know how cost effective it would be to force people to put sugar cartridges in their devices. It may cost more in money and time than current solutions. Still, it is an impressive technological proof of concept.
Josh Cox
2/13/2014 01:55:15 am
Using sugar to power electronics that we use every day is revolutionary. they should find more ways to incorporate every day items to fuel and charge things. even the military is going to benefit from this discovery.
Renee Paquette
2/14/2014 05:31:16 am
By using sugar as a way to charge electronics, we would be able to better conserve energy and pollute less waste. I think this idea is genius, earth-friendly, and convenient. If this experiment continues to produce favorable results, we will be able to make the earth better and safer for future generations.
Linh Vu
2/17/2014 04:53:19 am
I think the idea of using suger battery as a stand-alone battery replacement in a wide range of portable electronic devices is really cool. It helps us save the energy in many device. However, the military will have the benifit from it on the battlefield. It may become the next step of technology if the study of this is success. Also, we can use it daily for charging phone faster and can use our devices with longer time.
Sean Patricio
2/17/2014 05:25:42 am
I think that the idea of a sugar powered battery is a very useful and innovative idea. The only problem that I see coming from technology like this is how to get the sugar/soda into the battery of your device, especially something like a cellphone or IPod. Having to somehow dispense the sugar into your phone battery would only create a bigger hassle and larger phones than ever seen today. Not to mention a possibly a sticky mess if you were to choose to use soda.
Matthew Patricio
2/17/2014 05:39:57 am
Although this a cool idea its not very practical in any sort of situation that i can think of. In a society where electrical outlets are everywhere we would instead choose to carry around sugar to charge our devices? Its great that the batteries would become eco friendly but i would rather not carry sugary substances to pour down my phone every once in a while
Ryan Donohoe
2/20/2014 08:56:34 am
This idea seems very interesting, but like all new "breakthroughs" it will most likely take a while to be able to use it practically and effectively in everyday life. I am intrigued as to whether this discovery can be molded into something very useful. The upside seems great, to be able to have 3-4 times more battery life per charge and for it to be biodegradable is a wonderful thing.
Annalisa Bell
2/21/2014 10:55:46 am
The development of a sugar powered battery would be very advantageous and useful to us. Using sugar would be convenient because it is usually very accessible and the battery would be biodegradable, making it eco-friendly. It is also a pain to carry around chargers and to search for outlets everywhere you go.
Meghan Jones
2/23/2014 09:50:49 am
A sugar powered battery could be a great step in todays world. Not only a great development in helping the planet but also it is easily accesible making it convenient for the entire population.
Dahlia Blell
2/27/2014 01:28:32 am
The proposal that a battery can be powered on sugars and is biodegradable is phenomenal! With further development it may be able to completely replace the conventional battery with even better results. It's convenience and ability to use any sugar source is extremely impressive. The societal and environmental impact will definitely be beneficial and are bound to bring in a new wave of technological advances that are more friendly to our planet if properly cultivated.
Genevieve Hudson
2/27/2014 11:08:03 am
Having a biodegradable sugar-battery sounds really convenient for just about anyone. Instead of running around, looking for a phone charger or an outlet, all you'd have to do is run to the nearest vending machine which will have all the sugary drinks/food you need to recharge your batteries.
Miles
3/3/2014 04:25:35 am
The concept of sugar as a power source sounds pretty cool, but the technology required to do it sounds expensive and even if it isn't it sounds like something someone could charge us a whole lot of money for. However convenient an unlimited renewable power source could be it is still something that could cost a whole lot.
Ryan McFadden
3/25/2014 08:43:54 am
Like Miles said, it seems that this sugar energy would be more costly than helpful, but when the technology catches up to the price and costs go down, then this technology is will be truly powerful!
Michael Mancini
3/26/2014 10:19:12 am
The fact that it can help extend battery life would get a lot of people excited. Using things like sugar to charge the battery would be environmentally friendly.
Addison Ludwig
3/26/2014 01:54:34 pm
I think it is fantastic that sugar powered batteries are being developed and in my opinion it is a quite creative and genius idea!
Matthew Samuels
3/27/2014 01:55:35 am
I think it is great that researchers have discovered a better battery. Not only would it be beneficial to the environment but it would also be more beneficial to the consumer. It is quite enticing that the battery life is three to four times longer. It is also interesting that it can recharge basically anywhere there is sugar.
Isaac Weeks
3/27/2014 09:05:16 am
I think that this technology has a great potential. This technology could help in situations where sources of electricity are scarce. It will also help in creating a green energy source.
Victoria Lizarralde
3/27/2014 10:34:17 am
I think this idea is super interesting. These modifications have great benefits; a longer life, biodegradable. The possibilities seeme endless. I would love to be able to charge my phone wherever there's sugar. It's a really enticing and neat idea.
Kelly Taylor
3/27/2014 01:22:49 pm
I think that its awesome that scientists are coming up with ways to use sugar as an energy source. This could help the environment and help the consumer.
Jimmy Mullen
3/27/2014 04:06:04 pm
I noticed that all the sources that they mentioned powering the batteries were liquids... what happens to your phone when this springs a leak? Also, this seems like the sort of thing that sounds great until you really think about it. How often are you *really* that close to a sugar source? Unless you're at home (in which case, just use an outlet) or constantly carrying refills (which kind of defeats the purpose), you aren't really going to be around sugar too consistently.
Miracle Guo
3/31/2014 10:42:56 pm
I think using sugar to running the battery is a green way. Because this is the way to using natural staff into science and technology.I support that put science and natural together! Leave a Reply. |