MIT Scientists Demo 150 Ton Magnet For Plasma Research

Dr.Luke writes "The dream of abundant fusion energy just got a step closer to reality. MIT scientists just demonstrated a mammoth 150 ton magnet that could be used to create powerful plasma container needed for a practical fusion power plant. The device produces a magnetic field 260,000 times stronger than that of Earth. Full story here."

Comments

Anyone else thinking cartoon here?

[roachmotel3]

BUGS BUNNY points the giant magnet towards the airplane, piloted by ELMER FUDD and makes him crash into a tree

I can see the quotes now...

[stienman]

Scientist, "Yeah, so, like, the fusion reaction can put out, you know, a lot of power - like 10,000 amps or so."

Reporter, "And how much current does the one smaller magnet consume again?"

Scientist, "Uh... 46,000 amps. But it's so cool! I mean, it glows and stuff!"

...

3) Profit!

-Adam

Sign on the door

[quintessent]

Warning: Any metal objects in pockets will be confiscated without warning.

wouldn't this be a bit dangerous?

[moosesocks]

In other news, every CRT located within two miles of the magnet is now in dire need of a degauss.

Meanwhile...

[arban]

Meanwhile, at the conclution of the 34th International Orienteering Competition, no winner could be determined and 5 teams are unaccounted for. Feared dead. Film at 11.