Nuclear batteries, also known as radioisotope batteries or atomic batteries, are devices that generate electrical energy from the decay of radioactive isotopes. These batteries utilize the heat produced by the radioactive decay process or the emitted radiation to produce electricity. They are often designed to provide a long-lasting power source with minimal maintenance, making them suitable for applications requiring reliable energy over extended periods, particularly in remote or inaccessible locations.
Nuclear batteries differ from conventional batteries in that they do not rely on electrochemical reactions but instead harness the energy from nuclear decay. This enables them to potentially last for many years or even decades, depending on the half-life of the radioactive material used. They are commonly used in space missions, medical devices, and specific military applications where regular power supply maintenance is impractical. Safety measures are essential in the design and implementation of nuclear batteries due to the radioactive materials involved.
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