Latro lamp, the lamp powered by the photosynthesis of algae

The latro lamp is an innovative lamp that uses one of the strangest forms of alternative energy that man has so far conceived: electric current produced by the photosynthesis of some algae.

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There are many new and original ideas that could reduce our dependence on Petroleum and by 'electric energy traditional. And often the most amazing and original innovations are the apparently simpler and less expensive to make. This is the case of the Thief Lamp, already original in the name (robber, from the Latin “thief”, alludes to the fact that the lamp “steals” the energy to create light from the photosynthesis process), but even more so in its functioning.

This lamp, in fact, uses one of the strangest forms of alternative energy that man has so far conceived: electric current produced by the photosynthesis of some algae. It was developed this year by the Stanford University in collaboration with the researchers of the Yonsei university and the designer Mike Thompson has decided to exploit this sensational discovery for one of his astonishing projects: the Thief Lamp.

Combining together the nature (algae) e the technology (the lamp) in a single design, the pendant lamp becomes a living object as it is able to extract the energy produced by the algae that live in the water it contains and that through sunlight, and carbon dioxide (CO2) give rise to photosynthesis.

Just expose the lamp to the sun's rays and, when necessary, "Blow" into a small opening present in the glass chamber a dose of CO2 and the game is done or rather ... light is done.

Another opening will allow us to add water and will allow the escape of the oxygen generated by the algae and some sensors will warn us of their state of health.

The lamp is therefore not just an object destined to shed light but also a living being to take care of.

Currently the Thief Lamp it is not in production but only in the experimental phase; despite this it still offers us various food for thought. Perhaps we would be more attentive to our consumption if we were to produce the energy we need ourselves.
THEphotosynthesis plant it is an innovative idea but it is only a small step towards a better future. Probably through its use we cannot illuminate an entire house but certainly we could have an effective ally against power outages or more simply in our camping holidays or at any time when electricity is not available.

Lorenzo DeRitis