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New nuclear fusion reactor’s electromagnet could lift 10 monster trucks

Last updated: May 5, 2025 2:33 pm
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The International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) facility in southern France is on the brink of a groundbreaking achievement in the field of nuclear fusion. After over 40 years of collaboration with more than 30 countries, ITER is set to showcase the potential of nuclear fusion as a viable commercial energy source. At the heart of this ambitious project lies the world’s largest and most powerful superconducting electromagnet, known as the Central Solenoid magnet system.

Weighing nearly 3,000 tons and consisting of six modules, the Central Solenoid magnet system is a crucial component of the tokamak nuclear fusion reactor housed within the ITER facility. A tokamak is a donut-shaped fusion reactor that utilizes magnetic fields to confine and heat plasma composed of deuterium and tritium hydrogen gas. This process triggers nuclear fusion, releasing immense amounts of heat that can be harnessed for energy production.

ITER engineers anticipate that the tokamak reactor will generate 500 megawatts of fusion power using only 50 megawatts of input heating. This efficiency far surpasses that of traditional nuclear fission reactors, making fusion a promising candidate for sustainable energy production. The Central Solenoid magnet system plays a crucial role in containing the intense energy produced during fusion reactions.

Despite facing challenges such as delays and financial constraints, ITER has persevered in its mission to demonstrate the feasibility of nuclear fusion as a clean energy solution. The completion of the final Central Solenoid module marks a significant milestone in the project’s timeline. While the start-up phase for generating plasma is not expected until 2033, ITER’s director general, Pietro Barabaschi, remains optimistic about the project’s potential impact on global energy sustainability.

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Barabaschi emphasized the collaborative nature of the ITER project, highlighting its ability to transcend national boundaries in pursuit of a common goal. As the world grapples with pressing issues such as climate change and energy security, ITER stands as a beacon of hope for a sustainable future powered by nuclear fusion. With the Central Solenoid magnet system at its core, ITER represents a monumental step towards realizing the promise of limitless, clean energy for generations to come.

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