Friday, May 24, 2013

Google acquires kite-power generator


Google has acquired a US company that generates power using turbines mounted on tethered kites or wings.

Makani Power will become part of Google X - the secretive research and development arm of the search giant.

The deal comes as Makani carries out the first fully autonomous flights of robot kites bearing its power-generating propellers.

See full Article: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-22636565