It works by tapping into a persons natural heatemploying thermoelectric generators to convert the bodys internal temperature into electricity.

The rig is part of a growing number of new battery technologies that could jump-start personal technology.

A series of thin thermoelectric chips are then stuck into the base, connecting them with liquid metal wires.

Someone holding smartphone in a car with a low battery symbol on the screen.

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The final product looks like a cross between a plastic bracelet and a miniature computer motherboard.

The new equipment could capture the heat from your body when you are exercising and turn it into electricity.

Koratkar is researching new battery technologies with water-based and ceramic electrolytes and solid-state (ceramic) electrolytes.

Illustration of a business person holding a plug that’s connected from the person to a smart device.

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“These new batteries would be highly safe, non-flammable, and potentially cheaper.

“To charge quickly, the batteries need to be able to get really hot.

We can charge quickly because we can operate at high temperatures.”