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 […]
First-ever ‘movie’ of EV battery failing under stress recorded by US scientists
The First-ever ‘Movie’ of EV Battery Failing Under Stress Recorded by US Scientists Researchers in the US have used electron microscopy to capture electric vehicle (EV) battery failure like never before. This groundbreaking achievement sheds light on the behavior of EV batteries under extreme conditions, providing valuable insights for the future of electric transportation. The […]
Welsh hydropower project that prevents UK grid crashes to get 25-year-life extension
Welsh Hydropower Project Preventing UK Grid Crashes Receives 25-Year-Life Extension In 1984, the Dinorwig hydropower plant in North Wales was built to store low-cost energy generated during off-peak hours and release it during times of high demand. This innovative approach not only helped in balancing the grid but also prevented blackouts and crashes. Fast forward […]
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 […]
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 […]
China seeks to outpace US by fast-tracking nuclear reactor with 5x energy output
China’s Race to Dominate the Nuclear Fusion Industry with the BEST Reactor In the realm of nuclear technology, China is making bold strides towards outpacing the United States with its cutting-edge Burning Plasma Experimental Superconducting Tokamak (BEST) nuclear fusion reactor. Located in Hefei, the BEST reactor aims to revolutionize the energy sector by fast-tracking nuclear […]
Shocking twist: Electricity-making bacteria may power clean energy breakthroughs
Shocking Twist: Electricity-Making Bacteria May Power Clean Energy Breakthroughs In the ever-evolving landscape of renewable energy, scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery that could revolutionize the way we generate electricity. It turns out that some bacteria have the remarkable ability to breathe by producing electricity as a byproduct. This natural process involves the organisms pushing […]
Cheap, scalable hydrogen fuel production possible with surface reconstruction strategy
Cheap, Scalable Hydrogen Fuel Production Possible with Surface Reconstruction Strategy Scientists have demonstrated that a surface reconstruction strategy can enable affordable hydrogen fuel production. The innovative approach involves restructuring the surface of a catalyst to enhance its efficiency in splitting water molecules and producing hydrogen gas. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize the clean […]
China’s firm unveils massive 2MW mobile battery truck that can power 400 homes
China’s Sunwoda Unveils Massive 2MW Mobile Battery Truck Revolutionizing Power Solutions China-based Sunwoda Electronic Company Limited (Sunwoda) has unveiled an extensive mobile battery system. Called the 2MW mobile battery truck, this innovation is set to revolutionize power solutions by providing enough energy to power up to 400 homes. With the increasing demand for sustainable and […]