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September 8, 2017
Photo courtesy of UC San Diego
Scientists are developing a sweat-to-energy system that could for a short time power a small light, a Bluetooth device or a wearable sensor.
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UC San Diego Engineers Tap the Power in Human Perspiration
RESEARCH: Sweat May Run Wearable Devices; University Applies for Patent
Sweat is no longer the annoying byproduct of work, the thing that soaks a cotton shirt during vigorous exercise. It can be something more.