nanowires

Scientists at the Center for Nano Materials, Argonne National Laboratory, have successfully cut thin diamond nanoparticles (UNCD) into nanowires.

Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of patch with gold and alginate nanofibers. Star clusters of gold nanowires can be seen in these images.

Imagine that all you have to do to charge your ipod or blackberry is to wave your hands, stretch your arms or walk?