Beijing-based startup, Betawolt, is making headlines with a groundbreaking innovation that could forever change how we power our devices. The company has developed a miniaturized atomic energy battery capable of lasting 50 years without needing charging or maintenance. Designed using 63 isotopes in a compact module smaller than a coin, this atomic energy battery could potentially power everything from phones to drones.

Betawolt’s battery generates 100 microwatts at three volts, with ambitions to reach one watt by 2025. Constructed from nuclear isotopes and diamond semiconductors, it works by harvesting energy from decaying isotopes, converting this into electricity—a concept explored since the 20th century but never miniaturized to this extent.

Safety is a priority in Betawolt’s design. The battery poses no radiation risk, making it viable even for sensitive medical devices like pacemakers. Its layered design prevents fires or explosions and withstands extreme temperatures, operating from -60 to 120 degrees Celsius. Environmentally friendly, the battery’s isotopes transform into stable copper after their lifespan, leaving no radioactive waste.

Mass production is on the horizon as testing and regulatory approvals are completed. If successful, Betawolt’s technology could revolutionize energy, eliminating the need for regular device charging and marking a significant advancement in sustainable energy tech.