UKAEA Journals

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2020
UKAEA-CCFE-PR(20)94
"An overview of shared technical challenges for magnetic and inertial fusion power plant development"

Ian Chapman Nick Walkden

Fusion energy is an area of active development and innovation worldwide, with many design concepts exhibiting a range of technical challenges. A significant portion of technical challenges will be unique for a given design concept, however there are several overarching challenges that any design must address to some degree. These include: Tritiu…

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2018
UKAEA-CCFE-PR(18)76
"UKAEA capabilities to address the challenges on the path to delivering fusion power"

Ian Chapman William Morris

Fusion power could be one of very few sustainable options to replace fossil fuels as the world’s primary energy source. Fusion offers the potential of predictable, safe power with no carbon emissions, and fuel sources lasting for millions of years. However, it is notoriously difficult to achieve in a controlled, steady-state fashion. The most pro…

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