China has successfully experimented first nuclear-powered 'artificial sun'

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China has taken a step forward in technology by experimenting with running its first nuclear fusion reactor, which will provide a powerful and unlimited source of clean energy. The HL-2M Tokamak reactor in Chengdu, Sichuan Province is designed to use a powerful magnetic field to heat hot plasma at 150 million⁰C, which is 10 times hotter than the sun. The HL-2M Tokamak reactor was completed last year. It is known as the 'artificial sun' because of the intense heat and energy generated. The artificial sun is actually a nuclear reactor that works in exactly the same way as the sun.

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Since the second half of the twentieth century, the amazing and incredible advances in science and technology, especially in space technology, have changed the face of the world. China is making rapid progress in this regard.

Chinese scientists have been working on smaller versions of the technology since 2006 to generate electricity on a large scale in the future. According to state media, the new reactor will also provide technical support to the world's largest reactor, the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER), to be built in Marseille, France. China is one of six countries participating in the project, along with the European Union.

Scientists are working on nuclear fusion, which some have seen as the sacred stone of energy production for decades. The purpose of the reactors is to mimic the physics of the stars by combining atomic nuclear, which can release large amounts of energy that can be controlled and eventually converted into electricity. Unlike the process used in nuclear power plants, it produces much less radioactive waste and reduces the risk of environmental catastrophe.

But achieving Fusion is extremely difficult and expensive. The total cost of building and operating the ITER is estimated at between 17 17 billion and 49 49 billion, making it one of the most expensive scientific projects in the world and a viable power plant. It is likely to take decades to become a source.

According to experts, this “artificial sun” will be the strongest and cheapest source of nuclear fusion in the future. This invention is part of a project to obtain clean and good energy from nuclear fusion.

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It is believed that this artificial sun will reduce the dependence on fossil fuels. It is also believed that the nuclear energy generated in this sun will be able to generate environmentally friendly green energy and electricity with special technology. Experts say that this method will prove to be a suitable solution for the depleted reserves around the world.

Last week, the UK announced the construction of a nuclear fusion power station and began looking for a site for the plant. The government hopes to complete the construction of the Spherical Tokamic for Energy Production (STEP), which will be added to the power grid, by 2040.

"These plans will prove that fusion is not just a long-held dream, but a reality," said Ian Chapman, chief executive of the UK Atomic Energy Authority. He added: "STEP is a way to move towards delivery through research and development."

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Resources:

1- https://interestingengineering.com/china-develops-artificial-sun-that-reaches-100-million-degrees-celsius

2- https://phys.org/news/2020-12-china-nuclear-powered-artificial-sun.html



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Hi, as you say is a big step in technology, no doubt a project of much effort, with this reactor you can generate a lot of clean energy, that's a big advance, right?

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