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India Today
01-05-2025
- Science
- India Today
India ready to create artificial Sun as world's most powerful magnet comes to life
Scientists from 30 countries including India are ready to assemble the world's most powerful magnet to boost the development of the global nuclear fusion final component of the system - the central solenoid - had been completed and tested by the United States, and assembly was now International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project, which has been delayed several times, aims to generate clean energy by smashing atoms together at super-high temperatures. The aerial video of the ITER facility. (Photo: ITER) advertisement Based in southern France and backed by the United States, China, Japan, Russia and the European Union, ITER needs magnetic power to create an invisible cage to confine super-hot plasma particles that combine and fuse to release energy."It is like the bottle in a bottle of wine: of course, the wine is maybe more important than the bottle, but you need the bottle in order to put the wine inside," said Pietro Barabaschi, ITER's director fusion is the process of combining two light atomic nuclei—typically isotopes of hydrogen-like deuterium and tritium—into a single heavier nucleus, releasing a tremendous amount of energy. This is the same process that powers the sun and other will use deuterium and tritium as fuel. These are heated to over 150 millionC—ten times hotter than the sun's core—to form a plasma. The ITER Tokamak will be the largest device of its kind in the world. (Photo: ITER) advertisementThe hot plasma is held in place inside a donut-shaped chamber called a tokamak using powerful superconducting magnets. This prevents the plasma from touching the walls and cooling down. Fusion Reaction: Inside the tokamak, high-speed collisions between nuclei result in fusion reactions, releasing high-energy magnet was originally scheduled for completion in 2021 but has been beset by delays. Barabaschi said the "crisis" was now over and construction was proceeding at the fastest pace in ITER's history. The start-up phase of the project will begin in 2033 when it is scheduled to start generating investment has been growing, with dozens of initiatives currently underway. Several private start-ups have said they can build commercial fusion reactors within a joined the project in 2005 and has been part of its construction. It contributes to the project through in-kind deliveries, scientific research, and financial Minister Narendra Modi, before concluding his trip to France in February this year, visited the ITER facility. He was joined by French President Emmanuel Macron on the visit as the two leaders met and interacted with scientists and engineers of the Watch
The Hindu
01-05-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
World's largest fusion project reaches construction milestone with India's help
In a major milestone, scientists working on the world's largest nuclear fusion project have completed its main magnet system with India playing a key role in building critical infrastructure. This system will power the core of ITER (International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor) Tokamak reactor, which aims to demonstrate that fusion, the energy source of the sun and stars, can be used as a safe and carbon-free power source on Earth. Unlike nuclear fission, which splits atoms and produces radioactive waste, fusion involves heating hydrogen gas to extremely high temperatures until the atoms fuse, releasing large amounts of energy sans nuclear waste. India is among the seven main members of the project and has played a key role in building some of its most critical infrastructure, including the massive cryostat cooling systems and heating technologies. The final part of the magnet system was the sixth module of the Central Solenoid, the main magnet that will drive plasma, the superhot gas in which fusion reactions take place, in the reactor. Built and tested in the United States, this powerful magnet will soon be assembled at the ITER site in southern France. When complete, it will be strong enough to lift an aircraft carrier and form the electromagnetic heart of the doughnut-shaped fusion machine. ITER, which stands for International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor, is a joint scientific effort of more than 30 countries, including India, China, the US, Russia, Japan, South Korea and members of the European Union. The goal is to prove that fusion energy can be produced at an industrial scale. The magnet system just completed is critical to creating and controlling the ultra-hot plasma inside the reactor. At full power, ITER is expected to produce 500 megawatts of energy from just 50 megawatts of input. This would make the plasma self-sustaining, a state known as "burning plasma", which scientists see as key to unlocking fusion energy. India has designed and manufactured the cryostat, an enormous 30-metre tall and 30-metre wide chamber that houses the entire ITER Tokamak. India has also built the cryolines that carry liquid helium to cool the magnets to minus 269 degrees Celsius, the temperature needed for superconductivity. It has also delivered the reactor's in-wall shielding, cooling water systems and key parts of the heating systems that will raise the temperature of the plasma to over 150 million degrees Celsius, 10 times hotter than the Sun's core. Scientists say that if successful, fusion could offer the world a nearly limitless and clean energy source without the long-lived radioactive waste or carbon emissions of current technologies. Thousands of scientists and engineers from member countries have contributed components from hundreds of factories on three continents to build a single machine. ITER Director-General Pietro Barabaschi said, "What makes ITER unique is not only its technical complexity but the framework of international cooperation that has sustained it through changing political landscapes." "This achievement proves that when humanity is faced with existential challenges like climate change and energy security, we can overcome national differences to advance solutions. "The ITER Project is the embodiment of hope. With ITER, we show that a sustainable energy future and a peaceful path forward are possible," he said. With more than 10,000 tonnes of superconducting magnets, made from over 1,00,000 kilometres of special wire, ITER represents a global effort to push the boundaries of science and energy technology. In 2025, ITER completed the insertion of the first vacuum vessel module into the reactor pit three weeks ahead of schedule. The rest of the components, contributed by different countries, are being assembled piece by piece in what is described as one of the most complex engineering projects ever attempted. Private companies are also getting involved. In recent years, there has been a growing interest and investments from the private sector in fusion research. ITER has launched new programmes to share knowledge and research data with private players to speed up innovation and development of future fusion reactors. Under the current plans, ITER will not produce electricity itself but will serve as a large research facility to test the fusion process at scale. The data generated is expected to help build future commercial fusion power plants. As the host of the project, Europe is bearing 45 per cent of the construction cost. The other six members -- India, China, Japan, South Korea, Russia and the US -- are each contributing about 9 per cent. But all members will get full access to the research results and patents.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Science
- Time of India
World's largest fusion project reaches major milestone with India's help
New Delhi: In a major milestone, scientists working on the world's largest nuclear fusion project have completed its main magnet system with India playing a key role in building critical infrastructure. This system will power the core of ITER 's Tokamak reactor, which aims to demonstrate that fusion, the energy source of the sun and stars, can be used as a safe and carbon-free power source on Earth. Unlike nuclear fission, which splits atoms and produces radioactive waste, fusion involves heating hydrogen gas to extremely high temperatures until the atoms fuse, releasing large amounts of energy sans nuclear waste. India is among the seven main members of the project and has played a key role in building some of its most critical infrastructure, including the massive cryostat cooling systems and heating technologies. The final part of the magnet system was the sixth module of the Central Solenoid, the main magnet that will drive plasma, the superhot gas in which fusion reactions take place, in the reactor. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Built and tested in the United States, this powerful magnet will soon be assembled at the ITER site in southern France. When complete, it will be strong enough to lift an aircraft carrier and form the electromagnetic heart of the doughnut-shaped fusion machine. ITER, which stands for International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor, is a joint scientific effort of more than 30 countries, including India, China, the US, Russia, Japan, South Korea and members of the European Union. The goal is to prove that fusion energy can be produced at an industrial scale. The magnet system just completed is critical to creating and controlling the ultra-hot plasma inside the reactor. At full power, ITER is expected to produce 500 megawatts of energy from just 50 megawatts of input. This would make the plasma self-sustaining, a state known as "burning plasma", which scientists see as key to unlocking fusion energy. India has designed and manufactured the cryostat, an enormous 30-metre tall and 30-metre wide chamber that houses the entire ITER Tokamak. India has also built the cryolines that carry liquid helium to cool the magnets to minus 269 degrees Celsius, the temperature needed for superconductivity. It has also delivered the reactor's in-wall shielding, cooling water systems and key parts of the heating systems that will raise the temperature of the plasma to over 150 million degrees Celsius, 10 times hotter than the Sun's core. Scientists say that if successful, fusion could offer the world a nearly limitless and clean energy source without the long-lived radioactive waste or carbon emissions of current technologies. Thousands of scientists and engineers from member countries have contributed components from hundreds of factories on three continents to build a single machine. ITER director-general Pietro Barabaschi said, "What makes ITER unique is not only its technical complexity but the framework of international cooperation that has sustained it through changing political landscapes." "This achievement proves that when humanity is faced with existential challenges like climate change and energy security, we can overcome national differences to advance solutions. "The ITER Project is the embodiment of hope. With ITER, we show that a sustainable energy future and a peaceful path forward are possible," he said. With more than 10,000 tonnes of superconducting magnets, made from over 1,00,000 kilometres of special wire, ITER represents a global effort to push the boundaries of science and energy technology. In 2025, ITER completed the insertion of the first vacuum vessel module into the reactor pit three weeks ahead of schedule. The rest of the components, contributed by different countries, are being assembled piece by piece in what is described as one of the most complex engineering projects ever attempted. Private companies are also getting involved. In recent years, there has been a growing interest and investments from the private sector in fusion research. ITER has launched new programmes to share knowledge and research data with private players to speed up innovation and development of future fusion reactors. Under the current plans, ITER will not produce electricity itself but will serve as a large research facility to test the fusion process at scale. The data generated is expected to help build future commercial fusion power plants. As the host of the project, Europe is bearing 45 per cent of the construction cost. The other six members - India, China, Japan, South Korea, Russia and the US, are each contributing about 9 per cent. But all members will get full access to the research results and patents.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Science
- Time of India
World's largest fusion project reaches major milestone with India's help
In a major milestone, scientists working on the world's largest nuclear fusion project have completed its main magnet system with India playing a key role in building critical infrastructure. This system will power the core of ITER 's Tokamak reactor, which aims to demonstrate that fusion, the energy source of the sun and stars, can be used as a safe and carbon-free power source on Earth. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack A Chinese shadow falls on Pahalgam terror attack case probe How India can use water to pressure Pakistan Buzzkill: How India can dissolve the Pakistan problem, not just swat it Unlike nuclear fission, which splits atoms and produces radioactive waste, fusion involves heating hydrogen gas to extremely high temperatures until the atoms fuse, releasing large amounts of energy sans nuclear waste. India is among the seven main members of the project and has played a key role in building some of its most critical infrastructure, including the massive cryostat cooling systems and heating technologies. 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Direct Shopping From Adidas Francchise Store, 60% Discount Original Adidas Shop Now Undo The final part of the magnet system was the sixth module of the Central Solenoid, the main magnet that will drive plasma, the superhot gas in which fusion reactions take place, in the reactor. Built and tested in the United States, this powerful magnet will soon be assembled at the ITER site in southern France. When complete, it will be strong enough to lift an aircraft carrier and form the electromagnetic heart of the doughnut-shaped fusion machine. Live Events ITER, which stands for International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor, is a joint scientific effort of more than 30 countries, including India, China, the US, Russia, Japan, South Korea and members of the European Union. The goal is to prove that fusion energy can be produced at an industrial scale. The magnet system just completed is critical to creating and controlling the ultra-hot plasma inside the reactor. At full power, ITER is expected to produce 500 megawatts of energy from just 50 megawatts of input. This would make the plasma self-sustaining, a state known as "burning plasma", which scientists see as key to unlocking fusion energy. India has designed and manufactured the cryostat, an enormous 30-metre tall and 30-metre wide chamber that houses the entire ITER Tokamak. India has also built the cryolines that carry liquid helium to cool the magnets to minus 269 degrees Celsius, the temperature needed for superconductivity. It has also delivered the reactor's in-wall shielding, cooling water systems and key parts of the heating systems that will raise the temperature of the plasma to over 150 million degrees Celsius, 10 times hotter than the Sun's core. Scientists say that if successful, fusion could offer the world a nearly limitless and clean energy source without the long-lived radioactive waste or carbon emissions of current technologies. Thousands of scientists and engineers from member countries have contributed components from hundreds of factories on three continents to build a single machine. ITER Director-General Pietro Barabaschi said, "What makes ITER unique is not only its technical complexity but the framework of international cooperation that has sustained it through changing political landscapes." "This achievement proves that when humanity is faced with existential challenges like climate change and energy security, we can overcome national differences to advance solutions. "The ITER Project is the embodiment of hope. With ITER, we show that a sustainable energy future and a peaceful path forward are possible," he said. With more than 10,000 tonnes of superconducting magnets, made from over 1,00,000 kilometres of special wire, ITER represents a global effort to push the boundaries of science and energy technology. In 2025, ITER completed the insertion of the first vacuum vessel module into the reactor pit three weeks ahead of schedule. The rest of the components, contributed by different countries, are being assembled piece by piece in what is described as one of the most complex engineering projects ever attempted. Private companies are also getting involved. In recent years, there has been a growing interest and investments from the private sector in fusion research. ITER has launched new programmes to share knowledge and research data with private players to speed up innovation and development of future fusion reactors. Under the current plans, ITER will not produce electricity itself but will serve as a large research facility to test the fusion process at scale. The data generated is expected to help build future commercial fusion power plants. As the host of the project, Europe is bearing 45 per cent of the construction cost. The other six members -- India, China, Japan, South Korea, Russia and the US -- are each contributing about 9 per cent. But all members will get full access to the research results and patents.
