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Fusion relies on the process of fusing atomic nuclei—the same reaction that powers the stars. In essence, Proxima Fusion seeks to replicate the conditions found in the sun by creating a hot plasma from isotopes of hydrogen, mixed using advanced microwaves to achieve extreme temperatures. The goal is to encase this plasma in a magnetic "bottle" to maintain stability while achieving sufficient energy output.
Researchers indicate that a vessel containing heavy hydrogen that facilitates fusion can yield energy equivalent to that derived from several tons of coal. Thus, if harnessed properly, fusion could stabilize energy systems, complement renewable resources like wind and solar, and enable new technologies whose viability is hinged upon affordable and consistent energy supplies.