Phys.org·3 min read·hard
Fusion reactors could be monitored for covert plutonium production
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Researchers at Virginia Tech have proposed using antineutrino detectors to monitor future nuclear fusion reactors for the illicit production of plutonium-239. This method aims to prevent the potential misuse of fusion technology for nuclear weapons development.
Why it matters
As fusion energy approaches viability, establishing non-proliferation safeguards is essential to ensure the technology remains a safe, peaceful power source.
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