Undergrads at MIT have created a shock absorber that is capable of producing up to 1 KW of power. It has a small turbine inside that when fluid passes through, it generates enough energy that can actually replace an alternator, or power auxiliary devices. The added energy is said to provide up to 10 percent fuel efficiency, and if a company such as WalMart were to convert their entire fleet of trucks, it would save them roughly 13 million dollars in fuel.
Dan Cushman
Source: Gizmodo
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