A German experiment proved that simple concrete spheres make fantastic batteries. Now, California plans to submerge a 9-meter diameter sphere in the ocean and is already planning versions of 30 meters. - farmingdale-observer.com/2025/…

  • IrritableOcelot@beehaw.org
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    10 days ago

    These aren’t relying on gravity, theyre relying on maintaining a vacuum, and concrete is extremely porous. They’re obviously sealing the inside of the chamber, but basically no coatings have a lifetime of 60 years for holding vacuum.

    • Boomkop3@reddthat.com
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      10 days ago

      Oh you’re right. That’s on me for reading while tired.

      It’s definitely possible to build a structure like this. Even if these prototypes might not be perfect, I like the idea.