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July 2024 | Press Release

City Labs Awarded AFWERX SBIR Phase II Contract for Radioisotope Powered Ion Engine Development

Phase II Ion Engine Miami, FL, July 8th, 2024 – City Labs is thrilled to announce that it has been selected by AFWERX for a $1,250,000 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contract. This award further supports the novel development of an advanced radioisotope-powered ion engine designed for small…

July 2024 | News

Work Continues to Develop Tritium-Based Propulsion System for Small Satellites

City Labs was recently awarded an AFWERX SBIR Phase II contract in support of our project: “Nuclear Beta Emitter Ion Engine for Small Satellites.” This significant achievement builds upon our successful Phase I contract work developing a proof of concept for a novel and highly efficient tritium-based propulsion system for…

July 2024 | News

What Is Radiation? Understanding City Labs’ NanoTritium™ Batteries

Understanding what radiation is—along with its safety concerns and potential applications—is crucial to understanding the modern nuclear energy landscape. City Labs’ NanoTritium™ batteries rely on radiation in the form of beta particles to provide power for microelectronic applications. These batteries utilize tritium, a radioactive isotope of hydrogen, to provide long-lasting…

May 2024 | News

A Brief History of the Moon

The Moon has long captivated humankind as a site of profound intrigue. Despite several decades having gone by without humans setting foot on the lunar surface, new NASA objectives aim to change this, turning the Moon into a permanent outpost for human civilization. As we stand on the brink of…

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May 2024 | News

Nuclear Safety Myths: Unveiling the Truth With City Labs

In a world where the conversation around energy is dominated by sustainability and safety concerns, nuclear power often finds itself at the center of controversy. City Labs is committed to demonstrating nuclear technology’s untapped potential and inherent safety through our groundbreaking NanoTritium™ batteries. Myth: Nuclear Energy Is Unsafe The belief…

April 2024 | Tips & Information

Understanding Beta Particles

City Labs has emerged at the forefront of energy innovation thanks to our revolutionary NanoTritium™ batteries. Central to the functionality of these cutting-edge power sources are beta particles—a fundamental component of tritium decay. In this article, we explore the unique properties of beta particles that allow them to be harnessed…

March 2024 | Tips & Information

Understanding Nuclear Safety Measures

NanoTritium™ batteries are a special type of nuclear battery developed by City Labs that rely on radioactive decay to generate low but steady amounts of power for low-power microelectronic applications. Like all companies working in the nuclear power industry to contribute to a new era of sustainability and innovation, City…

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March 2024 | Tips & Information

The Importance of Nickel-Cadmium Batteries

Although not as widely used as other conventional batteries—like lead-acid batteries or lithium-ion batteries—nickel-cadmium (NiCd) batteries are a common choice for certain electronic applications that require rechargeable batteries. These batteries consist of nickel oxide hydroxide, metallic cadmium electrodes, and an alkaline (potassium hydroxide) electrolyte solution. Their versatility has made them…

March 2024 | Tips & Information

Solid-State Batteries and Lithium-Ion Batteries

In the ever-evolving landscape of battery technology, the competition between solid-state batteries and lithium-ion batteries has captured the attention of industries ranging from electronics to automotive. The significance of these advancements cannot be overstated, as they hold the potential to revolutionize energy storage and shape the future of electric mobility,…

February 2024 | News

City Labs Receives 2024 NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts Phase 1 Award

City Labs is proud to announce that our project, “Autonomous Tritium Micropowered Sensors,” was selected for a 2024 NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) Phase 1 award! The NIAC program funds pioneering ideas that propose technological and conceptual advances with the potential to transform future NASA science efforts via visionary breakthroughs…

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