Importance of Limiting the Proton Energy in Optimizing the p + 11B → 4 He + 4 He + 4 He Fusion Reaction
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The p + 11B → 4 He + 4 He + 4 He fusion reaction is attractive because it limits the productions of neutrons that have implications for minimizing maintenance and materials degradation from radiation induced damage. This reaction is optimized by limiting the proton energy to < 1 MeV. The energy limitation minimizes the production of secondary reaction products that can scavenge protons and contaminate the fusion plasma. It is also important to utilize purified boron that is enriched in 11B, and contains minimal amounts of other elemental contaminants.
Authors: Bevelacqua Resources, 7531 Flint Crossing Circle SE, Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763 USA, Bevelacqua JJ
Language: English
Subfield: Geochemistry and Petrology
Field: Earth and Planetary Sciences
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4411499546