Tag: divertor
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Advanced control strategies in fusion energy devices: how precise magnetic and fuel control unlocks future reactors
Introduction: pushing fusion from concept to power plant Fusion energy promises clean, abundant electricity, but turning that promise into practical power requires mastering incredibly complex control systems. Researchers working with the UK’s MAST Upgrade (Metre-Scale Tokamak Upgrade) and the Dutch fusion institute DIFFER are making important strides in two pivotal areas: how heat is spread…
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Advanced control strategies in fusion energy devices: steering heat and fuel in MAST-U and beyond
Introduction: unlocking stable fusion through smarter control Fusion energy promises clean, abundant power, but turning that promise into reliable reactors requires mastering how heat and fuel behave inside the machine. Researchers working with the UK’s MAST Upgrade (MAST-U) and the Dutch research institute DIFFER have made significant strides in two critical areas: how to spread…