SMRTR Science & EngineeringMar 26, 2025Interesting Engineering

World’s first nuclear waste-powered rechargeable battery unveiled in Japan

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Researchers in Japan have developed the world's first rechargeable battery using uranium as an active material. This innovative technology could provide a solution for nuclear waste management and improve energy storage, with potential applications in renewable energy and decarbonization efforts. The prototype battery achieved 1.3V and maintained performance over 10 charge-discharge cycles.

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