Radiation Electrical Energy TRIZ Cases
- Thermionic Converter Reservoir and Getters for Space Charge Control
Porous cesium reservoirs and getters lower vapor pressure and remove undesired species to improve thermionic conversion efficiency and life.
- Radionuclide Generator Junction Structure for Radiation-Hard Power Conversion
Wide-bandgap metal-semiconductor junctions convert x-ray and gamma emissions into electricity while resisting radiation damage and power loss.
- Stacked Isotope Electrode Sheets for High-Density Nuclear Batteries
Stacked isotope electrode sheets with cavity-housed radiation sources and p-n junction layers raise electrical energy density in nuclear batteries.
- Tritium Thermoelectric Generator With Metal Hydride Heat Source
A metal hydride tritium source boosts heat density for Seebeck power generation, enabling practical milliwatt-scale output with helium venting.
- Gamma Radiation Generator With Gas-Filled Electron Gap
Adding noble gas to the emitter-collector gap lets gamma radiation free extra electrons, boosting current density beyond vacuum-gap NTAC limits.
- Betavoltaic Cell Electrode Work Functions for Higher Power Output
Differing electrode work functions and a semiconductor capture beta-generated charge carriers to raise betavoltaic power output and lifespan.
- Radionuclide Semiconductor Junction Structure for Radiation-Tolerant Power
A multilayer radionuclide-semiconductor junction converts x-rays and gamma rays into power while limiting radiation damage for long-term operation.
- Layered Diamond Nuclear Voltaic Power Source for Heat Management
This case uses diamond layers, Schottky and ohmic contacts, and radiation shielding to collect charge efficiently while managing heat.
- Dynamic Isotope Battery With Piezoelectric Transduction
A dynamic isotope battery uses a piezoelectric transducer to convert thermal energy from liquid metal flow into electric power.
- Radioactive Fuel Cell With Ion Media For High Power Density
Ion media converts radioactive decay into electricity, resolving environmental impact and power density trade-offs.
- InGaP Betavoltaic Junction with Textured Surface for Tritium Power
Textured InGaP betavoltaic junction increases active surface area for tritium beta particle absorption.
- On-Demand Neutron Activation of Bismuth-209 Fuel for Thermoelectric Generators
Neutron irradiation converts stable bismuth into radioactive fuel, extending storage time and eliminating high production costs.
- Betavoltaic Battery for Deep Space Power Generation
A betavoltaic battery converts radioisotope decay into electricity using a cylindrical semiconductor design.
- Amorphous Radioisotope Micro Power Source for MEMS
An amorphous semiconductor layer absorbs radiation damage to maintain efficiency in high energy-density radioisotope power sources.
- Diamond Betavoltaic Power Source with Embedded Radioisotope
A diamond betavoltaic device integrates beta-emitting radioisotopes directly into the crystal lattice to generate electrical current.
- Zinc Oxide Radioisotope Power Cell Radiation Durability
Thin zinc oxide layers withstand high radiation levels to maintain durability and power output in radioisotope cells.
- Beta Radiation Nuclear Battery Direct Energy Conversion
Direct beta radiation conversion eliminates gamma shielding requirements and increases power density compared to thermal generation methods.