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Chinese Nuclear Battery Provides 100 Years of Power
China has introduced a groundbreaking innovation in energy storage: a miniature nuclear battery, the BV100, capable of powering devices for up to 100 years without recharging. Developed by Betavoltaic, this tiny battery uses nickel-63 as a power source and utilizes beta decay to produce a steady ...
Tree Gum Could Be The Source To Longer Lasting Supercapacitors
A team from the University of Glasgow has developed a longer-lasting, eco-friendly supercapacitor using gum kondagogu—an organic tree extract. This breakthrough not only boosts performance but also tackles e-waste by introducing biodegradable materials into electronics. The article explores the...
Jelly-Like Electrolytes for Flexible Lithium Batteries
UC Berkeley researchers have developed a jelly-like lithium-ion battery designed for soft robotics and wearable electronics. Using a hydrogel electrolyte and a zwitterionic polymer, the battery is flexible, self-healing, and can withstand cuts and bends—all while maintaining decent energy densi...
Battery-Free Sensors Operating on Trains For Real-Time Sensing
Glasgow University spinout RX Watt has developed battery-free sensors for real-time monitoring in rail carriages. Powered wirelessly via radio waves, these retrofit-friendly sensors track temperature, vibration, and wear—eliminating the need for batteries or wired power. Successfully tested at ...
