ASDEX Upgrade

ASDEX Upgrade is a research device located in Germany that studies plasma physics and nuclear fusion, aiming to develop cleaner energy sources. It is a tokamak, a donut-shaped machine that uses magnetic fields to contain hot plasma—a superheated, ionized gas—similar to the Sun's core. By understanding how to sustain and control plasma, scientists seek to make fusion energy practical and safe. The device tests advanced technologies that could someday provide abundant, emission-free electricity by mimicking processes that power stars. ASDEX Upgrade contributes valuable insights toward achieving reliable fusion power for future energy needs.