D-T Fusion
The fusion reaction between deuterium and tritium, producing helium-4 and a neutron with 17.6 MeV of energy. The easiest fusion reaction to achieve and the target of most fusion concepts.
Verified Primary Sources
- → LANL MagnetizedTargetFusion 1994 (p. 8) — 1994 — Los Alamos National Laboratory
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Timeline Mentions (2)
2025
Helion Energy building Orion commercial fusion plant
Polaris achieves bulk thermonuclear fusion at 150M°C. Microsoft contract for 50MW by 2028. $1B+ raised.
2026
PLX Fusion Benchmark
Projected milestone for PLX to achieve deuterium target compression toward fusion-relevant parameters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is D-T Fusion? ▾
The fusion reaction between deuterium and tritium, producing helium-4 and a neutron with 17.6 MeV of energy. The easiest fusion reaction to achieve and the target of most fusion concepts.
How does D-T Fusion relate to other concepts? ▾
D-T Fusion is closely related to Deuterium, Tritium. These relationships are documented in the research glossary and cross-referenced with primary source documents.
When did D-T Fusion appear in the research timeline? ▾
D-T Fusion is referenced in 2 timeline events, including "Helion Energy building Orion commercial fusion plant" (2025). The timeline provides chronological context for the development and application of this concept.