# Futuristic Fuel Cell As technology evolves, a need for practical power sees the battery redesigned. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Jul 22, 2014 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/futuristic-fuel-cell ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.3/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Futuristic Fuel Cell trend? **Futuristic Fuel Cell:** Consumers have more smart devices than ever, which require reliable power sources. Innovations surrounding the battery are seeing a rise as concerns regarding sustainability and wattage bring about designs that look to satisfy consumer demand for solutions that will suit devices of today and tomorrow. This ties not just to the ongoing search for portability and convenience, but to a rise in alternative fuels for the environmentally conscious. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 14, 2013 to Sep 17, 2014 - Published: Jul 22, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Futuristic Fuel Cell trend ### Alternative Fuel Cells As concerns regarding sustainability and wattage grow, consumers demand eco-friendly, efficient, and practical power sources from innovative designs that look to satisfy present and future needs. ### Printed and Flexible Batteries Wearable technology has brought about the demand for customized and versatile power sources that leverage printing technologies and industrial screen printers on flexible materials. ### Biodegradable Batteries As a product of environmental concerns, there is a growing trend towards eco-friendly batteries that are biodegradable, can recycle energy, and do not pose any health risks. ## What the Futuristic Fuel Cell trend means for industry ### For Renewable Energy The industry is shifting towards alternative fuel cells such as biogas, hydrogen, and other renewable sources of energy that offer eco-friendly and practical power sources for the present and future generations. ### For Wearable Technology The industry looks towards designing power sources that are customized, flexible, and safe for skin contact as the demand for wearable technology grows. ### For Bioengineering The industry leverages innovations in biodegradable batteries for biomedical implants that can deliver drugs as controlled or respond to time-sensitive events such as epileptic seizures. ## Trend signals for Futuristic Fuel Cell Trend score 3.3 out of 10, from popularity 53%, activity 39%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 53% - Activity: 39% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Futuristic Fuel Cell trend 5 featured examples from Nov 14, 2013 to Sep 17, 2014. - [Organic Water Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/environmentally-friendly-battery): The Organic Redux Flow is an Efficient & Environmentally Friendly Battery (Category: Eco) Implication: Organic batteries can contribute to the development of more sustainable and eco-friendly renewable energy solutions. - [Folded Paper Fuel Cells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trans-x-battery): The Trans X Battery Fits Different Gadgets With its Recycled Card Casing (Category: Eco) Implication: The electronics industry could benefit from the development of universal fuel cells that reduce battery waste and simplify device compatibility. - [Printed Power Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printed-flexible-battery): Imprint Energy's Flexible Battery Boasts a Rechargeable Design (Category: Tech) Implication: Companies designing wearable tech with smaller form factors and consumer-friendly products can benefit from incorporating flexible and skin-safe batteries. - [Sloped Fuel Cell Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilt-battery): The Tilt Battery Offsets the Ambiguity of the Rectangular Power Pack (Category: Tech) Implication: Manufacturing companies can investigate sloped and asymmetrical design options to make battery replacement quick and intuitive for mobile phone users. - [Bold Biodegradable Batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helpful-battery): John Rogers Presents a Helpful Battery That Melts in the Body (Category: Tech) Implication: The consumer electronics industry can benefit from these biodegradable batteries, which could become a more sustainable alternative to traditional batteries. ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Adaptive Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptive-controls) (Tech) - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)