dontpet t1_iym6qh2 wrote on December 2, 2022 at 12:54 PM

Reply to comment by wh4tth3huh in Government Scientists ‘Approaching What is Required for Fusion’ in Breakthrough Energy Research | Magnetic fields tripled the energy output of a fusion experiment at the National Ignition Facility, reports a new study. by mepper

Smart people that have done the math claim we won't be able to create cost competitive power with fusion. it would still have been a win for humanity regardless if we achieve it.

cursedjayrock t1_iynmle0 wrote on December 2, 2022 at 7:05 PM

I don’t think anything will be able to be as cost efficient as “Hey I found this liquid that burns real fast”, but it would be better for so many reasons. Having reliable energy created, not relying on shipments from other countries, less transport fees, environmental advantages, etc. Using nuclear fusion as a power source would be more beneficial than just the cost to produce.

I understand corporations not wanting to invest, but we should have more govt projects working on advancements, as this will reduce foreign reliance.