Charging through heartbeats

Will your next phone be powered by your HEARTBEAT? Scientists reveal implantable battery that can charge from the movement of our organs 

HOW IT WORKS
The small strip converts the constant movement of organs such as the heart, lungs and diaphragm into energy.
The tiny piezoelectric power plants are comprised of lead zirconate titanate nanoribbons, housed in biocompatible plastic.
There's also an integrated rectifier that converts the electric signal and a tiny rechargeable battery, all encased in the same plastic.
To produce more power, multiple units could be placed on an organ, the team believe.


Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2544882/Will-phone-powered-HEARTBEAT-Scientists-reveal-implantable-battery-charge-organs.html