Scientists develop heat-resistant materials for nuclear fusion reactors using deuterium and tritium.

Scientists are striving to make nuclear fusion a practical energy source by developing materials that can withstand extreme heat and radiation in fusion reactors. Fusion, particularly using deuterium and tritium, offers a clean energy alternative without carbon emissions or long-lived waste. Challenges include sourcing tritium and designing systems like breeding blankets and divertors. Researchers use multiscale modeling to simulate material behavior under harsh conditions, vital for future fusion power plants.

October 18, 2024
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