Betavolt, a Chinese startup, has introduced an innovative nuclear battery. This breakthrough device is claimed to generate electricity for 50 years without recharge.
The company has miniaturized atomic energy by embedding 63 nuclear isotopes into a module smaller than a coin, marking a significant advancement in battery technology. Betavolt believes this innovation will propel China to the forefront of the AI technological revolution.
Features and Future Prospects of the Nuclear Battery
The Betavolt nuclear battery, currently undergoing tests, is poised for mass production with potential applications in smartphones and drones. The first model generates 100 microwatts of power and 3V, measuring 15x15x5 cubic millimetres.
By 2025, Betavolt aims to produce a battery with 1 watt of power. This development is part of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan to boost its economy. It assures its atomic energy battery is safe, with no external radiation, making it suitable for medical devices like pacemakers and artificial hearts.
The company emphasizes the environmental friendliness of the battery, stating that after the decay period, the 63 isotopes transform into a stable, non-radioactive copper isotope, posing no threat or pollution to the environment. This aspect of the technology could significantly contribute to sustainable and safe energy solutions in various fields.
