New Perovskite Betavoltaic Cell Promises Decades of Power Without Recharging
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Summary
A research group at DGIST developed a perovskite betavoltaic cell using carbon-14 and perovskite materials, offering long-lasting power for small devices without recharging.
Key quotes
· 1 pulledThe team used carbon-14—an unstable form of carbon known as radiocarbon—and combined it with perovskite materials to create a hybrid battery with improved energy conversion and long-term stability.
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