Fuel Cell

A promising non-hydrocarbon fuel source. (Alternative Energy)

http://www.fuelcells.org/

In principle, a fuel cell operates like a battery. Unlike a battery, a fuel cell does not run down or require recharging. It will produce energy in the form of electricity and heat as long as fuel is supplied. A fuel cell consists of two electrodes sandwiched around an electrolyte. Oxygen passes over one electrode and hydrogen over the other, generating electricity, water and heat.

Of course, Bucky Fuller would want an exploration of what it takes to get that oxygen and hydrogen.