Novel Method Could Coat Fusion Reactors With Durable Tungsten Layers
Because of tungsten’s heat resistance and robustness, it’s the material of choice for plasma-exposed surfaces.
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The power plant will include three reactors, with the third and final slated to start producing power in 2038.


The proposed uranium conversion plant intends to unblock fuel production for current and future reactors.


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