SMRTR Science & EngineeringOct 25, 2024Interesting Engineering

US nuclear fusion lab hits 200,000 plasma ‘shots,’ a milestone powering hopes

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DIII-D National Fusion Facility completed its 200,000th experimental cycle, marking significant progress in fusion research. Recent breakthroughs include surpassing a theoretical plasma density limit and generating record-breaking plasma strengths, with implications for future fusion power plant designs and cost-effectiveness. The facility's achievements contribute to advancing fusion energy development and support collaboration between public and private sectors in the growing fusion industry.

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