Jonathan FoleyDec 17, 2022

Before you get too excited about overhyped fusion energy news, read this.

Fusion is not really the energy answer many folks think it is.

https://thebulletin.org/2017/04/fusion-reactors-not-what-theyre-cracked-up-to-be/

Fusion reactors: Not what they’re cracked up to be

Long touted as the “perfect” energy source, fusion reactors share many drawbacks with fission—and even add a few new ones of their own.

Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
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@globalecoguy Very good read. Providing a very detailed look at the challenges faced, when building a fusion plant. IMHO these will not be overcome any time soon, and if at all, then with major impacts on financial viability of a fusion plant of _any_ approach. As much as I hope for fusion being viable, it most likely will stay in the realm of basic research for the foreseeable future.
Dec 17, 2022 at 9:10amWeb