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Converting fusion energy to electric power
Index Key: ENG015
Author: mortis
Subject: Converting fusion energy to electric power.
If a self-sustaining fusion reaction is ever created on earth, how will the
resulting energy be converted to useful power?
Response #: 1 of 1
Author: proach
The neutrons emitted in the fusion reaction carry most of the energy that is
generated. These neutrons will be absorbed in a blanket of liquid lithium
surrounding the reactor and this lithium will be circulated to a steam
turbine to produce power.
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