Controlled Fusion: Comparative Insights into Magnetic Confinement and Laser-Driven Technics
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: This article explores controlled fusion as a promising avenue for sustainable energy production. It delves into two leading approaches -Magnetic Confinement Fusion (MCF) and laser-driven Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF)— highlighting their principles and challenges. These artificial methods are compared with natural stellar fusion to underscore the distinct physical and technical challenges of achieving controlled fusion on Earth. While significant progress has been made, challenges in energy efficiency, plasma stability, and scalability remain, guiding the trajectory of future research.
Author: Jérôme Fils
Institution: ECAM-EPMI
Language: English
Subfield: Nuclear and High Energy Physics
Field: Physics and Astronomy
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7140084681
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