Speculative fusion_physics
Hot Compact Fusion
A proposed method of fusion using compact reactors, potentially using field-reversed configurations or dense plasma focus, aimed at high-efficiency energy generation for propulsion.
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Charles Chase, Dr. Tom McGuire
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Lockheed Hot Compact Fusion for Indefinite Flight
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works developed a compact fusion reactor capable of powering aircraft indefinitely, which was either kept secret or recently rebranded.
Z-pinch fusion
A method of fusion that compresses hot plasma using a self-generated magnetic force.
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