Heat engine captures energy as Earth cools at night
Abstract
A new heat engine driven by the temperature difference between Earth’s surface and outer space has been developed by researchers at the University of California, Davis.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Thermal Radiation and Cooling Technologies
Advanced Thermodynamic Systems and Engines
Advanced Thermoelectric Materials and Devices
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Physics World
- Volume
- 39
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 12ii–12ii
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN