Review:
Tokamak Reactors
overall review score: 4.5
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Tokamak reactors are a type of magnetic fusion device that is used to confine hot plasma in the shape of a torus for the purpose of creating controlled nuclear fusion reactions.
Key Features
- Magnetic confinement of hot plasma
- Achieving high temperatures and pressures for nuclear fusion
- Potential for clean and abundant energy production
Pros
- Potential for limitless clean energy
- Research and development could lead to breakthroughs in energy production
- Lower risk of radioactive waste compared to traditional nuclear fission reactors
Cons
- High cost of development and maintenance
- Technical challenges to overcome
- Limited success in achieving sustained fusion reactions