Electricity From The Exhaust Pipe

Courtesy ScienceDaily  Wed, 06/04/2008 - 09:15

Researchers are working on a thermoelectric generator that converts the heat from car exhaust fumes into electricity.

The module feeds the energy into the car's electronic systems. This cuts fuel consumption and helps reduce the carbon dioxide emissions from motor vehicles.

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