DARPA Funds Radiovoltaic Battery Research to Power Drones for 30 Years Using Nuclear Waste
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Julia Alexandrova
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DARPA's "Rads to Watts" initiative is funding the development of radiovoltaic batteries that convert nuclear waste into long-lasting power sources. Morgan State University received a $3.37 million contract to advance this technology, which could power military drones for up to 30 years without recharging. The technology represents a potential breakthrough in portable, long-duration power sources for defense applications.
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· 4 pulledPower sources capable of operating for decades without the need for recharging or replacement have long been a dream among technology enthusiasts.
DARPA's 'Rads to Watts' initiative could bring this concept closer to reality by developing unique portable power sources with multi-year lifespans based on a new generation of radiovoltaic devices.
Morgan State University received a $3.37 million contract from DARPA to advance this technology.
Future batteries based on nuclear waste could operate for up to 30 years, providing power for next-generation military drones.
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