Researchers have developed an implant that can harness energy from the human ear to power small electronic devices. The implant taps into a natural source of electricity found deep within the ear, which has been known to exist for over 60 years. The device has the potential to power hearing aids, medical equipment, and other small electronic devices. The implant was developed by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and is currently in the development phase.
The human ear contains a natural source of electricity, which is generated by a chamber that can produce an electronic potential using ions. This potential stimulates the nerves and plays an important role in the process of hearing. The implant developed by the MIT researchers can tap into this source of electricity and use it to power small electronic devices. The implant is a tiny biotechnical device that has the potential to revolutionize the way we power electronic devices.
The implant has been successfully tested on a guinea pig, which was fitted with a small transmitter that consumed less than a nanowatt of power over five hours. The transmitter was connected to the natural source of electricity in the guinea pig’s ear, and the experiment was successful. The guinea pig showed no signs of discomfort or impairment, and the transmitter was able to collect data on the chemical processes in the inner ear. The next step is to implant the device in a human ear and test its effectiveness. The researchers hope that the implant will be able to power medical equipment and even entertainment devices in the future.
