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Fusion energy: Progress, partnerships, and the path to deployment
Over the past decade, fusion energy has moved decisively from scientific aspiration toward a credible pathway to a new energy technology. Thanks to long-term federal support, we have significantly advanced our fundamental understanding of plasma physics—the behavior of the superheated gases at the heart of fusion devices. This knowledge will enable the creation and control of fusion fuel under conditions required for future power plants. Our progress is exemplified by breakthroughs at the National Ignition Facility and the Joint European Torus.
Clay E. Easterly
Fusion Science and Technology | Volume 5 | Number 2 | March 1984 | Pages 240-248
Technical Paper | Safety/Environmental Aspects | doi.org/10.13182/FST84-A23097
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Nonionizing electromagnetic fields will almost certainly be present at future magnetic fusion reactor sites. The extents of the fields into areas occupied by personnel are only roughly known at present. However, biological effects from exposure to these fields are less well understood. Regulations or guidelines exist for both types of fields, although risk/benefit assessments cannot be made at present because of incomplete biological data. Such information is currently sought in federally funded research programs.