According to scientists from the University of Bristol and the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), the groundbreaking new development can make battery change a redundant activity for the host of technological equipment.

At the heart of the diamond, there is the radioactive isotope carbon-14, which produces electricity as it decays. As carbon-14 decays, it releases energy in the form of radiation, which is captured by the diamond s structure.

With a half-life of 5,700 years, carbon-14 can continuously generate small amounts of power over this period.

The battery operates on the pattern of solar panels without converting sunlight into electricity, it harnesses energy from fast-moving electrons produced by radioactive decay.

"Diamond batteries offer a safe, sustainable way to provide continuous microwatt levels of power," said Sarah Clark, director of the Tritium Fuel Cycle at UKAEA.

"They are an emerging technology that uses a manufactured diamond to safely encase small amounts of carbon-14."

While the idea of never needing to charge devices like phones or laptops again is appealing, the potential applications of this technology extend to more advanced fields.

Professor Tom Scott, a materials expert at the University of Bristol, suggested that the mega-battery could power space technology, security devices, and even medical implants.

Diamond batteries would be particularly useful in extreme environments, such as space, where replacing conventional batteries is impractical.

These batteries could provide long-term power for radio frequency (RF) tags that track spacecraft or payloads like satellites for decades.

Bio-compatible diamond batteries could also be used in medical devices such as ocular implants, hearing aids, and pacemakers, potentially reducing the need for replacements.

"We’re excited to explore all of these possibilities, working with partners in industry and research, over the next few years," Scott added.