China introduces revolutionary nuclear battery that lasts 50 years without charging
Betavolt, claims to have developed a groundbreaking battery that can power smartphones for an impressive 50 years without the need for charging. The nuclear battery, which has been hailed as the world's first miniaturized atomic energy system, uses 63 nuclear isotopes packed into a module smaller than a coin.
The technology behind the battery involves converting the energy released by decaying isotopes into electricity. This concept was first explored in the 20th century and Betavolt has successfully realized it in their innovative product. The startup has already initiated pilot testing and plans to mass-produce the battery for commercial applications, such as smartphones and drones.
In a press release, Betavolt stated, «Betavolt atomic energy batteries can meet the needs of long-lasting power supply in multiple scenarios, such as aerospace, AI equipment, medical equipment, microprocessors, advanced sensors, small drones, and micro-robots.» They believe that this energy innovation will give China a competitive advantage in the new era of AI technology.
The initial nuclear battery developed by Betavolt delivers 100 microwatts of power and has a voltage of 3V, while measuring a tiny 15x15x5 cubic millimeters. The company plans to produce a battery with 1 watt of power by 2025. The small size of these batteries allows for multiple units to be connected, increasing the power output. Betavolt envisions a future where mobile phones never need to be charged and drones can fly indefinitely.
The design of the battery ensures safety as well. Betavolt claims that their layered structure prevents the battery from catching fire or exploding when subjected to sudden
