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Solar cells digused as leaves

Researchers at Japan's National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Mitsubishi, and Tokki Corp have designed a thin-film solar cell disguised as a leaves on a plant. They plan to develop these thin-film solar cells for use in architecture as well as other everyday uses like toys, household items, clothes etc.

Complete article:
http://techon.nikkeibp.co.jp/english/NEWS_EN/20080527/152443/

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