Used adult diapers get new life as fuel

Used adult diapers get new life as fuel

TOKYO, Japan - Super Faiths Inc. of Tokyo has developed a machine called the SFD system to turn used diapers into fuel pellets. (Photo courtesy of Super Faiths Inc.) (Kyodo)

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  • ILEA000667379
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  • 2010/4/05 00:00:00
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  • Kyodo / Kyodo News Images
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  • 1710 × 1303 pixel
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  • 240 dpi
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  • 1.54(MB)*
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