Breakthrough at Princeton Lab: Fusion Plasma Hits 90 Million Degrees for Six Minutes

May 7, 2024
Breakthrough at Princeton Lab: Fusion Plasma Hits 90 Million Degrees for Six Minutes
  • The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory has set a new world record by sustaining a fusion plasma at 90 million degrees Fahrenheit for six minutes.

  • This achievement marks a significant advance towards maintaining super-hot plasma for extended periods, a key goal in nuclear fusion research.

  • The successful use of tungsten as a wall material in the fusion reactor is notable for its ability to withstand extreme temperatures without absorbing fusion fuel.

  • Further studies are underway to understand tungsten's interaction with plasma and refine the fusion system.

  • Findings from the experiment are expected to be published in a peer-reviewed journal soon, indicating scientific validation of the results.

  • This breakthrough is crucial for developing real-time plasma analysis and control, and it edges closer to the long-term objective of commercial fusion energy.

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