Chinese startup Betavolt asserts a groundbreaking achievement with its claim of developing a nuclear battery capable of powering smartphones for 50 years without the need for charging. The Beijing-based company touts this nuclear battery as the world’s first to achieve the miniaturization of atomic energy, fitting 63 nuclear isotopes into a module smaller than a coin.
The battery converts energy released by decaying isotopes into electricity, marking a significant advancement in energy innovation. Betavolt envisions mass-producing these batteries for commercial applications such as phones, drones, aerospace, AI equipment, medical devices, microprocessors, advanced sensors, small drones, and micro-robots.
Betavolt’s nuclear battery, described as a next-generation power solution, has already entered the pilot testing stage. The startup plans to produce a battery with 1 watt of power by 2025, and its compact size allows for potential use in series to generate more power.
With claims of lightweight construction, a long service life, and high energy density, Betavolt’s nuclear batteries boast versatility in extreme temperatures (-60 to 120 degrees Celsius) and a modular design that facilitates the connection of multiple units for enhanced energy output, potentially impacting automotive technology and AI systems.
