• nucleative@lemmy.world
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    5 days ago

    Huh, you’re right. I didn’t know about that. From Wikipedia:

    The Chinese startup claims to have the miniature device in the pilot testing stage. Unveiled in January 2024, it is allegedly generating 100 microwatts of power and a voltage of 3V and has a lifetime of 50 years without any need for charging or maintenance.

    Wonder if it microwaves your balls when it’s in your pocket too.

    Either way we can dream of a future where we never have to plug in to charge again.

    • Duamerthrax@lemmy.world
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      4 days ago

      It’s old tech actually. They use it in pacemakers because it’s too difficult to replace or recharge the batteries. I guess you could do wireless charging now, but would you feel much safer with a lithium battery inside of you without a good cooling system? The body’s internal temperature is surprisingly warm when you start doing the engineering.