The Chinese company Betavolt has created the world’s first “nuclear battery” for mobile device, according to Fire News. The coin-sized battery can generate energy for 50 years without needing to be recharged, reports Android Central.
The development is based on Nickel-63 and diamond semiconductors in a module smaller than a coin (15x15x5 mm). The crystalline structure generates electricity using the energy released by the decaying isotope of nickel.
The company assures that such a power source is safe for both humans and the environment: the housing eliminates radiation, and after the expiration date, the nuclear elements will disintegrate. In addition, the development is capable of operating at temperatures from -60°C to 120°C.
Tests have not yet been completed, but production of a model with 1 W power is planned for 2025. The developers claim a wide range of uses: from smartphones and drones to medical equipment, including pacemakers and artificial hearts.
Earlier, an Android smartphone with the most “durable” battery appeared on the market. The manufacturer promises that even after four years of active use, everything should be fine with the battery.
And in Europe, starting in 2027, there will be a ban on smartphones without a removable battery – this will also affect the iPhone. Manufacturers will also be required to provide information about the capacity, durability and chemical composition of the battery.
