US firm sets record in fusion, sustains plasma at 392 million degrees F for 24 hrs
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Quantum Kinetics Corporation (QKC) claims a world record in nuclear fusion, achieving plasma temperatures of 392 million degrees Fahrenheit for 24 hours, surpassing Korea's KSTAR reactor. QKC's modular reactor reportedly processed radioactive wastewater, forming various elements and cracking uranium isotopes. The company calls this "Safe Nuclear Systems" and believes it can transform the nuclear industry by treating stored nuclear wastewater. QKC aims to lead in applied quantum physics and commercial fusion deployment, with potential applications for global challenges.
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