Revolutionary Carbon-14 Diamond Battery Promises Eternal Power

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Revolutionary Carbon-14 Diamond Battery Promises Eternal Power
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Scientists from the University of Bristol and UKAEA have developed the first carbon-14 diamond battery, capable of powering devices for thousands of years. Utilizing the radioactive decay of carbon-14, this battery offers a sustainable energy source for applications in medical devices, space technology, and extreme environments. The innovation leverages expertise from fusion energy research and could revolutionize power supply in various fields by providing continuous microwatt levels of power.

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