On June 18, 2024, Shanghai Energy Singularity Co., Ltd. successfully realized the plasma discharge of the world's first all-high-temperature superconducting tokamak device "Honghuang 70" in the Lingang New Area, marking a key step in the field of controlled nuclear fusion energy and providing new hope for the realization of clean and sustainable energy supply. It is reported that the energy singularity has been invested by miHoYo and NIO Capital.
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01 Explore the technological miracle of "Flood 70".
Before exploring the technological wonders of the "Flood 70", we might as well review the concept of nuclear fusion. Nuclear fusion, hailed by many scientists as the "ultimate energy source", because it mimics the process by which the sun produces energy, releasing huge amounts of energy through the fusion of light atomic nuclei. However, the conditions for achieving nuclear fusion are extremely demanding, requiring extremely high temperatures and pressures to overcome the repulsive forces between the nuclei.
The "Honghuang 70" device of the energy singularity was born in this scientific background. The completion and successful discharge of this device is not only a technological breakthrough, but also a bold idea and attempt for the future of human energy.
The central field strength of the Honghuang 70 reached 0.6 Tesla, which is an impressive number, because under such a strong magnetic field, the plasma can be effectively controlled to avoid contact with the reactor wall, which is the key to achieving a stable nuclear fusion reaction. The device's plasma radius of 0.75 meters is much smaller than the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER), but it is designed to reduce its size to improve cost-effectiveness and accelerate the commercialization of fusion energy.
The magnet system of "Honghuang 70" is composed of 26 high-temperature superconducting magnets, all of which are processed and constructed by high-temperature superconducting materials, with independent intellectual property rights and a localization rate of more than 96%. The application of high-temperature superconducting technology allows magnets to maintain a strong magnetic field while significantly reducing energy consumption, which is a key step towards achieving economically viable fusion energy.
The discharge experiments carried out by Honghuang 70 are based on two pre-ionization methods: local spiral flux injection (electron gun) and ion cyclotron heating (ICRF). The combination of these two methods allows the device to successfully obtain the first plasma. This achievement marks the verification of the engineering feasibility of the HTSD tokamak, and lays a solid foundation for subsequent research and development and application.
The energy singularity is not satisfied with the achievements of "Flood 70", they have already made even more ambitious plans. The next-generation device, Honghuang 170, is already in the physical design stage and is expected to be completed in 2027, with the goal of achieving an efficiency gain (Q) of greater than 10 for deuterium and tritium. Once this goal is achieved, it will mean another solid step forward in the commercialization of fusion energy.
02 Light up the hopes and dreams of the "artificial sun".
On major social platforms, netizens responded enthusiastically to the news that "Honghuang 70" achieved plasma discharge.
Some praise this as a reflection of China's technological prowess, while others are full of expectations for the future of this technology, believing that it may be the key to solving the energy crisis.
Of course, there are also some skeptical voices who are concerned about the cost-effectiveness, safety, and long-term impact of the technology on the environment.
Some technology enthusiasts have discussed in depth how the HTS tokamak device works and how it compares to other projects such as the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER).
A number of investors and industry analysts have discussed the potential impact of this technological breakthrough on the energy market and related industry chains from a business perspective.
03 Controlled nuclear fusion, is it a dream or a fantasy?
The successful discharge of Honghuang 70 is undoubtedly exciting news, but it has also sparked a series of discussions about controlled nuclear fusion technology.
On the one hand, we see the infinite possibilities brought about by scientific and technological progress, and this technology, once mature, will provide mankind with almost unlimited clean energy, completely changing the energy structure and the way it is used.
On the other hand, we must also face up to the challenges in the implementation of technology. Issues such as cost, safety, and technical stability are all challenges that must be overcome before controlled fusion technology can move towards commercialization. In addition, how to balance technological development and environmental protection is also a question that we must ponder.
In any case, there is still a long way to go from the laboratory to practical application. However, the lighting of "Flood 70" allows us to see that mankind has taken another step forward on the road of pursuing energy freedom. Come on! #头条创作挑战赛##头条首发大赛##今日热推#
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