Inspired by Norway’s ambitious but ultimately unsuccessful attempt to harness power from mixing fresh and saltwater, this experiment delves into the science of osmosis. Starting with a simple demonstration using sugar water and a membrane, the project escalates to a DIY power generator built from toilet parts and specialized filters. Can the immense theoretical pressure of osmosis be practically harnessed to spin a turbine?
Trying to Build Norway’s Failed Osmosis Power Plant
A DIY scientist attempts to replicate a failed Norwegian power plant by building his own osmotic generator to see if energy can truly be harvested by mixing salt and fresh water.
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