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A Nuclear Fusion Future?

All Around Science

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Unraveling the Challenges of Nuclear Fusion Technology

The chapter delves into the technical aspects of nuclear fusion, comparing magnetic confinement fusion and inertial confinement fusion methods. It explores the difficulties in achieving self-sustaining tokamaks, addressing the challenges related to fuel sources and sustaining tritium levels. The conversation also highlights the complexities of handling high-energy plasma and the limitations faced in nuclear fusion technology testing.

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