Abstract

Fusion energy is widely perceived as the ultimate terrestrial energy source. This appealing prospect has emerged by reason of scientific experiment, by the expectation of continuing scientific and technological progress, and by intriguing observations such as the following: life on earth is sustained as a consequence of fusion reactions in the sun; a medium-sized lake contains sufficient hydrogen fusion fuel to supply a nation with energy for centuries; the known diversity of fusion fuel cycles offers the eventual possibility of radiologically clean energy; fusion power appears essential for deep-space explorations; However, between this set of appealing notions and current scientific understandings and available technologies, there exists a barrier of considerable proportions. Both a broadly sustained community commitment and a high level of motivation by its participants is required for the realization of this ultimate source of energy

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