JT-60SA: World's largest nuclear fusion reactor powers up in Japan
The largest and most advanced nuclear fusion reactor, "JT-60SA," has commenced its official operations in Japan's Ibaraki Prefecture.
This technological innovation represents a collaborative initiative between the European Union and Japan to establish nuclear fusion as a future sustainable and clean energy source.
During the inauguration ceremony, both the EU and Japan "underlined their support for the operation and technical upgrades of JT-60SA to continue producing groundbreaking research results," mentioned the press release from the European Commission for Energy.
Tokamak fusion reactor
JT-60SA belongs to the category of "tokamak-type fusion reactors."Fusion reactions occur within a doughnut-shaped chamber, and magnetic fields are employed to confine the extremely hot plasma.
JT-60SA: World's largest nuclear fusion reactor powers up in Japan
The nuclear fusion reactor, known as JT-60SA, has begun official operations in Japan's Ibaraki Prefecture.
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