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What would it take to make an atomic battery the size of a cell phone ?

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Unfortunately they only generate microWatts, and would need to be in a backpack to power your cellphone.
Much ado about nothing ...
 

Not even 'good enough for Australia'.
( entertaining blog if you're into electronics )

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atomic_battery

Atomic batteries (waste from nuclear power plants) are used in space travel. Very low capacity, but long life.

"Atomic batteries usually have an efficiency of 0.1–5%. High-efficiency betavoltaic devices can reach 6–8% efficiency.[5]"

Putting it in your pocket ("the size of a smartphone"), suggesting using it for everyday use is just silly..

 

 

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