Fusion's False Friends: Why Tungsten's Promising Future Just Got a Lot Murkier The allure of fusion energy is undeniable, with its promise of clean and limitless power captivating scientists, policymakers, and entrepreneurs for decades.
However, behind this siren song lies a complex and often treacherous landscape, where the search for perfect materials has led researchers down blind alleys and unexpected detours.
Tungsten's durability in extreme heat made it an attractive choice for plasma facing wall material in tokamak fusion reactors.