September 16, 2014

First Water-Based Nuclear Battery Developed by MU Researcher Can Be Used to Generate Electrical Energy



Long-lasting batteries could be used for emergency equipment and in spaceflight

From cell phones to cars and flashlights, batteries play an important role in everyday life. Scientists and technology companies constantly are seeking ways to improve battery life and efficiency. Now, for the first time using a water-based solution, researchers at the University of Missouri have created a long-lasting and more efficient nuclear battery that could be used for many applications such as a reliable energy source in automobiles and also in complicated applications such as space flight.