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Thermonuclear fusion with a magnetized target

15.05.2023

A revolutionary idea proposed by a group of scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) could revolutionize space travel by increasing the power of future space missions by 100 times. The idea involves using a type of nuclear fusion called magnetized target fusion to propel the spacecraft.

Currently, most space missions rely on chemical rockets, which are limited by the amount of fuel they can carry. This means that missions to deep space, such as to Mars or beyond, can take years and require huge amounts of fuel. The new proposal aims to solve this problem by using magnetized target fusion to provide a virtually unlimited energy source.

Thermonuclear fusion on magnetized targets is a type of nuclear fusion that involves compressing and heating the target plasma using magnetic fields. This process generates a burst of energy that can be used to propel the spacecraft. MIT scientists propose using a compact fusion reactor to generate the energy needed for this process.

The compact fusion reactor will work through a combination of powerful magnets and lasers to heat and compress a small amount of plasma. This would create a miniature version of the star, which would later release a burst of energy that could be used to propel the spacecraft.

One of the key benefits of using magnetized-target fusion for space travel is that it will allow spacecraft to travel much faster than current technology allows. This means that missions that take years can be completed in months or even weeks. Also, since the fuel source is virtually unlimited, there would be no need for costly refueling operations, greatly reducing the cost of space travel.

By using fusion on magnetized targets to provide virtually unlimited thrust, we could open up the possibility of exploring deep space in a way that has never been possible before. With continued research and development, this idea could become a reality and usher in a whole new era of space exploration.

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