"Nuclear Fusion Facility Achieves Groundbreaking Energy Output Record"

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"Nuclear Fusion Facility Achieves Groundbreaking Energy Output Record"
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The Joint European Torus (JET) has achieved a new fusion energy record of 69 megajoules during its final deuterium-tritium experiments, marking a significant milestone in fusion science and engineering. The experiments demonstrated the ability to reliably produce high fusion power for five seconds using a small amount of fuel, showcasing advanced expertise and deepening understanding of fusion physics. The results have critical implications for future fusion projects and solidify JET's pivotal role in advancing safe, low-carbon, and sustainable fusion energy.

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