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Energy for Future Centuries: Prospects for Fusion Power as a Future Energy Source

2012; Taylor & Francis; Volume: 61; Issue: 2T Linguagem: Inglês

10.13182/fst12-a13488

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J. Ongena, G. Van Oost,

Laser-Plasma Interactions and Diagnostics

The current power consumption in different parts of the world and an estimate of the future energy needs of the world are given. The present energy supplies and prospects, the possible consequences of a continued massive fossil fuel consumption, and the potential of non-fossil candidates for long-term energy production are outlined. An introduction to possible fusion processes in future fusion reactors is given. The inexhaustibility, safety, environmental and economic aspects of magnetic fusion energy are discussed.