> the amount of energy released through the fusion reaction exceeded the amount of energy being absorbed by the fuel So what? What if the fueld didn't absorb

> the amount of energy released through the fusion reaction exceeded the amount of energy being absorbed by the fuel So what? What if the fueld didn't absorb anything? What do they mean by "absorb", anyway? This article is lacking in details, peer-reviewed literature, or even the names of scientists willing to stake their reputation on this claim. The BBC should know better.