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Scientists built a quantum battery that breaks the rules of charging
- A working quantum battery prototype can charge, store, and discharge energy using quantum effects rather than chemistry.
- The device is a small layered organic battery charged wirelessly by a laser at room temperature.
- Researchers report quantum batteries may charge faster as they grow, unlike conventional batteries.
- The work is led by CSIRO in collaboration with RMIT University and the University of Melbourne.
- Published findings appear in Light: Science & Applications.
- The research aims to extend energy storage time for practical use.
- Future implications include faster charging for electric vehicles and wireless power.
- Quantum batteries rely on superposition and entanglement rather than chemical reactions.
- The project emphasizes room-temperature operation and wireless energy delivery.
- Researchers note future work includes improving energy storage time and commercialization viability.
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