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Former fusion scientist on why we won't have fusion power by 2040

Improbable Matter · commentary · Watch on YouTube

Nuclear power & fusion

What it is

A former fusion scientist argues why fusion power by 2040 is unrealistic, covering the physics challenges, neutron issues and optimistic company claims, with a brief note of good news.

Why Hacker News recommends it

Praised as the best crash course on fusion reactor design nuances from an insider, used to temper fusion hype.

  • 1 people recommended it
  • 2 different months
  • 2 strong recommendations
  • first 2021, last 2022

What HN commenters said

  1. “I find it's the best crash course on the nuances of reactor design that I've seen.”

    Best crash course on reactor design nuances from a fusion insider

    willis936, 2021-09 · Strong recommendation · in “Fusion News Ignites Optimism”

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Topics: fusion power, tokamak, neutrons, energy, reactor design

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