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The direct conversion stuff doesn't seem that critical. If that doesn't work out immediately, surely the first generation can use good old steam rankine power c
by jabl 7y ago
The direct conversion stuff doesn't seem that critical. If that doesn't work out immediately, surely the first generation can use good old steam rankine power conversion (or sCO2 Brayton, if that is deemed mature enough).
My worry is whether the specific fusion reactor concept itself is viable.
- pfdietz 7y agoIt's very critical. Without direct conversion, it's just another source of heat, and all externally heated power cycles are becoming uncompetitive now. And yes, the physics of the target is also something that needs external verification.