Controlled Fusion

Controlled fusion is the process of harnessing the energy produced when atomic nuclei combine under extreme conditions, similar to how the sun generates energy. In plasma physics, it involves heating a gas of charged particles (plasma) to very high temperatures, allowing the nuclei to overcome their natural repulsion and fuse. This releases vast amounts of energy. Researchers use magnetic fields or lasers to contain and control the plasma, aiming to create a sustainable and efficient energy source that replicates the sun's fusion process, potentially providing a clean and abundant energy supply for the future.