A breakthrough in nuclear fusion achieved last December, lasting only 20-billionths of a second, might have potentially significant implications for humanity. The successful fusion ignition marks a crucial step towards the goal of generating clean, abundant, and affordable energy. Lead scientist Tammy Ma emphasizes the excitement and potential of nuclear fusion, despite acknowledging the challenges that lie ahead. The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory houses a massive facility with powerful lasers, miles of tubing, and a central target chamber where fusion experiments take place. The National Ignition Facility, once mocked for its delays and cost overruns, finally lives up to its … Continue reading A Breakthrough in Nuclear Fusion Ignites Hope for Clean Energy: Exploring the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory’s Astonishing Experiments