Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas have developed a way to boost the electrical output of carbon nanotube yarns, known as twistrons. By using a heavy water-based electrolyte solution, the team reduced self-discharging rates and increased peak electrical power by up to 2.5 times. The technology was tested in commercial textiles to capture energy from human motion and temperature changes. This development could lead to more efficient wearable electronics that power themselves through movement or heat.
