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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.
S. W. Haan, P. A. Amendt, T. R. Dittrich, S. P. Hatchett, M. C. Herrmann, O. A. Hurricane, M. M. Marinak, D. Munro, S. M. Pollaine, G. A. Strobel, L. J. Suter
Fusion Science and Technology | Volume 45 | Number 2 | March 2004 | Pages 69-73
Technical Paper | Target Fabrication | doi.org/10.13182/FST45-2-69
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Indirect drive ignition target simulations are described as they are used to determine target fabrication specifications. Simulations are being used to explore options for making the targets more robust, and to develop more detailed understanding of the performance of a few point designs. The current array of targets is described. A new target is described with radially dependent Cu dopant in Be. This target has significantly looser specifications for high-mode perturbations than previous targets. Current estimates of size limitations for fill tubes, holes, and isolated defect are discussed. Recent 3D simulations are described.