Scientists quickly used the voltaic pile to discover new elements through electrolysis. This process involved using electric current to break down chemical compounds. Examples include Humphry Davy's discovery of sodium and potassium.

Hans Christian Ørsted's discovery of the relationship between electricity and magnetism was a direct result of the availability of a continuous current source (the voltaic pile). This discovery laid the foundation for electromagnetism and the development of electric motors.

The electric battery became a crucial component of early telegraph systems. The ability to transmit information over long distances revolutionized communication.

Volta's invention laid the foundation for virtually all modern electronics. Batteries power countless devices, and the principles of electromagnetism are essential for generating and transmitting electricity on a large scale. The Volt is now the standard unit of electric potential.