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South Korean Professor Unveils Revolutionary Nuclear Battery Prototype

3/28/2025

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Professor Su-Il In from South Korea has unveiled a groundbreaking prototype nuclear battery powered by radiocarbon, a safe and recyclable isotope. This innovative betavoltaic cell, emitting only beta rays, boasts a remarkable lifespan of thousands of years, perfect for medical devices and remote sensors. While its energy conversion efficiency has risen to 2.86%, it still trails behind lithium-ion batteries.

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Professor Su-Il In from South Korea has unveiled a groundbreaking prototype nuclear battery powered by radiocarbon, a safe and recyclable isotope. This innovative betavoltaic cell, emitting only beta rays, boasts a remarkable lifespan of thousands of years, perfect for medical devices and remote sensors. While its energy conversion efficiency has risen to 2.86%, it still trails behind lithium-ion batteries.