It’s time to say goodbye to the cell phone charging problems. Batteries and power supplies have made notable advances, to the point that in just 20 minutes you can reach 100% power. However, times are still limited for those who are always working with their mobile device.
A day and a half or a couple of days is what the battery usually lasts. If that’s not enough, scientists are developing a microchip that will make the charge last a full month.
A team of researchers from the University of California San Diego (UCSD) is developing the microchip called “Battery Brain”. It uses a machine learning algorithm to optimize battery usage, allowing the phone to run for longer periods of time without needing to recharge.
The Battery Brain works by monitoring phone usage and adjusting power consumption accordingly. For example, if the phone is sleeping, the microchip can reduce power consumption to extend battery life. When the phone is in use, the microchip can prioritize the apps and features that are most important to the user.
In initial testing, the Battery Brain has proven capable of extending cell phone battery life by up to 50%. Researchers hope the microchip could be available in commercial cell phones in the coming years.
In addition to optimizing battery usage, Battery Brain could also help improve battery safety. The microchip could detect potential problems with the battery and warn the user before an accident occurs.
The development of the Battery Brain is a major advance in battery technology. If the microchip is successfully commercialized, it could usher in a new era of cell phones with long battery life.