Confirming experiments from late 2013, researchers report theyve observed nuclear fusion wherein the amount of energy released exceeded the amount being absorbed by the fuel — the first time this has been achieved. Though still far from practical use (only about 1 percent of the initial laser energy reached the hydrogen), researchers and critics alike are voicing renewed optimism for the project. “This sounds very modest,” Dr. Hurricane said. “And it is. But this is closer than anyone has gotten before, and it is unique to finally get as much energy out of the fuel as was put in.” Read More: ow.ly/tAD0P Full Paper: ow.ly/tABTV (paywall)
Posted on: Thu, 13 Feb 2014 15:09:03 +0000
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