
inertial fusion energy
Inertial fusion energy is a process that aims to generate electricity by replicating how the sun produces energy. It involves using powerful lasers or particle beams to rapidly compress and heat tiny fuel pellets made of hydrogen isotopes. This intense energy causes the fuel to reach extremely high temperatures and pressures, forcing atomic nuclei to fuse together and release a large amount of energy. If harnessed effectively, this method could provide a clean, virtually limitless source of electricity, with minimal radioactive waste compared to traditional nuclear reactors.