Fusion Rate

Fusion rate refers to how quickly nuclear fusion reactions occur within a specific area or vessel. In fusion energy research, it indicates the number of fusion events happening per second. This rate depends on factors like the temperature, density of the fuel (such as hydrogen isotopes), and the confinement time—how long the fuel remains together under conditions suitable for fusion. A higher fusion rate means more energy is released, bringing us closer to practical and efficient fusion power as a clean energy source. In essence, it measures how effectively the fusion process is generating energy.