DARPA is funding a project called SYMPHONEE, which aims to develop nuclear waste-powered batteries capable of lasting up to 30 years. This initiative, part of the 'Rads to Watts' program, seeks to create radiovoltaic micro-power systems for persistent military drones and other applications in extreme environments. Morgan State University is leading the effort, with partners like Northrop Grumman and PNNL contributing to the development and testing of these long-endurance power sources. AI
IMPACT Enables persistent autonomous operations for next-generation defense systems, including drones, in remote or contested regions.
RANK_REASON Significant government funding and development of a novel, long-duration power source for military applications. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=2 ai=0.4]
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