Grid fusion synthesis power in 2050

The goal of research on fusion energy is to create the same energy as the stars on earth by synthesizing nuclei of light nuclei such as hydrogen, deutrium, tritium .

Last week, in the framework of the European Fusion Fusion Energy Development Agreement (EFDA), a draft report geared to bring fusion energy (fusion energy) to the grid in 2050 was announced. The report is called 'Roadmap to realize fusion energy'.

Dr. Romanelli (behind) and his fellow researcher
fusion fusion reactor technology. (Source: sciencedaily.com)

According to the report, the ability to produce fusion power effectively in a way that will be of great benefit, not only for EFDA member countries but also all over the world.

Compared to the renewable energy that the world is pursuing, fusion power has special advantages. First, to produce electricity, fusion reactors only use extremely rich and almost endless deuterium and lithium fuels. Second, the fusion process does not release any greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, nor does it produce long-lived radioactive waste like nuclear fission reactors. And finally, fusion fusion is safer than a difficult-to-control chain fission reaction.

The report divided the route into 8 tasks, such as: Cooperation in research programs of Tokamak type. Economic, safety and environmental prospects of fusion energy, fusion fuel, etc.

In each mission, it is necessary to assess the current state of research and to point out the remaining problems, propose a future research and development program as well as estimate the necessary resources. The authors have pointed out the need to increase the participation of industries and to seek all opportunities for collaborative development outside of European borders.

Note fusion fusion reactor: Fuel pump
Through tubes "Helium pipe" , forming plasma and confined in
Magnetic field of magnet (Magnet). Fusion reaction
Excessive heat emission occurs. The heat of boiling water
Create steam flow (Steam) to turn the generator engine.

The goal of research on fusion energy is to create the same energy as the stars on Earth by synthesizing light nuclei such as hydrogen, deutrium, tritium .

To date, in the field of fusion research has initially created fusion energy, but the source of initial energy supply (input) is greater than the energy obtained (output), ie, the number of births. The word ' energy is negative. The evolution in the technology of making such fusion reactors can be considered very slow.

Europe currently holds the leading position in fusion studies and is the owner of the international experimental fusion reactor technology named ITER. The fact is that ITER projects are being contributed and implemented by Europe and 6 other countries. The important goal in this report is to put ITER into operation by 2020 with the target achieved: 500 Megawatts output power on 50 Megawatts input power.

When focusing on research activities and techniques for fusion power, the report emphasizes that these activities can be carried out within a reasonable budget. The proposed resources are at the same level as those proposed in the 7th European Research Framework Program, in addition to ITER construction investment.

In terms of progress, the report offers three phases.Stage 1, called Horizon 2020: The task is to continue the existing Framework Research Program. In this period, most of the resources are focused on ITER kilns and accompanying experiments.

Phase 2 from 2021 to 2030: The focus is on maximizing ITER's ability and preparing to build a capable DEMO test power plant for the first time bringing fusion power to the grid.

Phase 3 from 2031 to 2050: The goal of this final phase is to build and operate DEMO plants.

According to the report, in the process of implementing the above stages, the program to develop fusion energy will be developed from laboratory scale and scientific research to industrial scale and public orientation. technology.

Up to now, ITER construction has cost about 6 billion Euro. The design, construction and operation processes of DEMO will need the full participation of many different industries to ensure that, once the DEMO operates successfully, industries can absorb technology and assuring responsibility of bringing fusion power into commercial business.

One of the main authors of the European Fusion Energy Development Agreement (EFDA), Dr. Romanelli affirmed: 'With the full support of member states and the European Union, I believe they We will achieve our goal by 2050 '.