Heart of the World’s Largest Nuclear Fusion Reactor to be Assembled by US Firm Westinghouse Electric Company has signed a $180 million contract with the ITER Organization, responsible for the construction of the world’s largest nuclear fusion reactor. The agreement marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of clean and sustainable energy solutions. This collaboration […]
Oxford’s tech measures ultra-intense laser pulse in 1 shot for nuclear fusion research
Oxford’s Tech Measures Ultra-Intense Laser Pulse in 1 Shot for Nuclear Fusion Research Scientists have developed a technique to measure the complete profile of ultra-intense laser pulses in a single shot, revolutionizing the field of nuclear fusion research. This groundbreaking method, pioneered by a team of researchers at the University of Oxford, promises to unlock […]
National Science Foundation: Understanding the visible Universe through plasma physics
National Science Foundation: Unveiling the Mysteries of the Universe with Plasma Physics The National Science Foundation (NSF) plays a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of the cosmos through cutting-edge research in plasma physics. With a diverse array of projects and initiatives under its belt, the NSF is at the forefront of unraveling the mysteries […]
Tokamaks could be more efficient and saved from overheating with X-point radiator: Study
How Tokamaks Could Achieve Higher Efficiency and Overheating Prevention with X-Point Radiator Swiss researchers from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have reportedly discovered a new and promising approach to enhance the efficiency of tokamaks, a type of fusion reactor, while also preventing overheating issues. The breakthrough involves the implementation of an innovative X-point […]
350 MW nuclear fusion reactor design gets closer to powering thousands of US homes
Type One Energy, a US-based firm, has successfully completed the first formal design review for its groundbreaking 350 MW nuclear fusion reactor. This milestone brings the concept of fusion energy one step closer to powering thousands of homes across the United States. The design of this reactor represents a significant leap forward in the field […]
UK fusion device experiments to get boost with components that withstand high temperature
A Britain-based fusion tokamak has got a significant boost as it gets a new upgrade. The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) recently announced that the new components integrated into the device will be able to withstand incredibly high temperatures, a crucial development that is set to propel the experiments to new heights. The tokamak, named […]
Nuclear reactors, semiconductors to get smarter with next-gen US plasma tech
Nuclear Reactors and Semiconductors to Get Smarter with Next-Gen US Plasma Tech The US Department of Energy’s Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) has developed a new simulation that promises to revolutionize the functionality of nuclear reactors and semiconductors. This cutting-edge technology is set to pave the way for a new era of innovation, efficiency, and […]
Too hot to handle? Nuclear fusion breakthrough tames scorching plasma inside tokamaksÂ
Too Hot to Handle? Nuclear Fusion Breakthrough Tames Scorching Plasma Inside Tokamaks At a time when fusion experiments are taking place at a number of countries across the globe, the quest for harnessing the power of nuclear fusion as a clean, safe, and virtually limitless energy source seems more promising than ever. One of the […]
US: Breakthrough nuclear fusion research device to help global energy experiments
US: Breakthrough Nuclear Fusion Research Device to Help Global Energy Experiments US-based fusion energy start-up Alpha Ring has unveiled its innovative Fusion AI Data Centre, which is poised to revolutionize the field of nuclear fusion research and potentially pave the way for a new era of clean and limitless energy production. This cutting-edge device represents […]
70-year-old nuclear fusion problem solved; can help tokamaks stop escaping electrons
Revolutionizing Nuclear Fusion: How Scientists Solved a 70-Year-Old Problem Scientists at the University of Texas at Austin, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and Type One have recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the realm of nuclear fusion. For over seven decades, researchers have grappled with the challenge of preventing tokamaks, the devices designed to harness fusion […]