Avalanche Energy Achieves 10 Million Degree Plasma in Desktop Fusion Reactor Test
Fusion power startup Avalanche Energy has announced that its desktop reactor prototype reached plasma temperatures above 10 million degrees Celsius during recent testing. The milestone represents a significant step for the company's approach to compact fusion energy.
The temperature achieved surpasses the 10 million degree threshold considered necessary for sustaining fusion reactions. Avalanche Energy is among several companies pursuing smaller, potentially more accessible fusion designs compared to traditional large-scale tokamak projects.
While reaching high plasma temperatures is a critical requirement for fusion, researchers note that additional challenges remain, including maintaining stable plasma confinement and achieving net energy gain. The company continues to develop its compact fusion technology with the goal of eventually producing usable electricity.