The atomic battery is a relatively new invention of the 21st century. Of course, this device has opened up many possibilities in the work of both terrestrial and space fields of activity. But is it as safe as they say?
The first mention of an atomic battery was recorded in 2005.
How does an atomic battery work and how does it work?
Indeed, the atomic battery exists. In another way, it is called an atomic battery or a nuclear battery. It is designed to power various mobile devices. The longest operating battery was created due to the process of nuclear decay, since the main element that contributes to the operation of the device is tritium. It is from this substance that the atomic battery is powered.
Inside the atomic battery contains a microcircuit, which is acted upon by tritium. It is noted that the radioactivity emitted by the atomic battery is very, very small, so the device does not harm human health and the environment. The main achievement is the battery life. A nuclear battery can last about 20 years without additional recharging.
Where are atomic batteries used
Nuclear batteries are a real achievement, because only such modern devices are able to withstand temperatures from -50 to + 150 ° C, working in extreme conditions. In addition, they have been proven to withstand the widest range of pressures and vibrations. In different microelectronics, the life of a nuclear battery varies. But, as mentioned above, the minimum battery life is 20 years. The maximum is 40 years or more.
As a rule, an atomic battery is used to operate pressure sensors, all kinds of medical implants, watches, and to charge lithium batteries. With the help of batteries of this type, low-power processors are powered. The size and weight of a nuclear battery is minimal, making it ideal for charging spacecraft and research stations.
Potential harm from the operation of an atomic battery
Despite the fact that they say that a nuclear battery does not have any harmful effect on human skin, in contact with it, you should still be careful. This is a relatively new discovery of our time, so little research has been done. If now, using such a battery to charge a wristwatch, a person does not notice any negative impact, it still cannot be said that this will not affect the development of all kinds of unpleasant and life-threatening diseases in the future.
