Nuclear Fusion- Energy from the Stars to be Developed on Earth

In space, the fusion of hydrogen atoms releases considerable amounts of energy on a constant basis. This is made possible by the extraordinary heat - millions of degrees - at the core of the sun. Reproducing this phenomenon on earth would provide non-polluting energy with low levels of radioactivity.

Many scientific teams have been working on nuclear fusion since the 1960s. Although progress has been made, huge obstacles must still be overcome to achieve a process that can be reproduced on an industrial scale. The ITER project involving most developed countries is expected to bring us closer to this goal by seeking to achieve conditions whereby the energy produced during fusion exceeds the energy required to operate the system. Experimental production is set to start in 2018 and will continue for the next twenty years or so.

Nuclear Fusion- Energy from the Stars

While nuclear fusion is a common phenomenon in the core of the stars, it does not exist on Earth. However, science has established the necessary conditions required for reproducing this phenomenon and is experimenting with them.

Nuclear Fusion- an Energy Source that is not yet Fully Mastered

Over the last fifty years, reactors have been testing the materials and systems required for nuclear fusion. The ITER project, which has worldwide support, will reach an important milestone in this regard.