A stellarator is a plasma device that relies primarily on external magnets to confine a plasma. Scientists researching magnetic confinement fusion aim to use stellarator devices as a vessel for nuclear fusion reactions.
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Watch this video to learn more about the science behind stellarators and why they may be our best hope for a clean and sustainable source of energy.Video by: Subject Zero Science
The tokamak has been the dominant design for fusion reactors for the past few decades, but recent advances in stellarator technology may soon relegate it to history.
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Stellarators have several advantages over tokamaks, and many experts believe they are the future of fusion energy. These magnetic fields allow scientists to control the plasma particles and create the right conditions for fusion reactions.
