#1 Tritium Questions
Posted: Thu Sep 08, 2005 3:08 pm
Alright, I'm writing up some stuff for an original sci-fi universe.
Most fusion-type reactors in my universe, at least in the military, run on tritium, which is of course a radioactive hygrogen isotope made from lithium.
I figured that tritium would be easier to fuse than straight hygrogen and deuterium reactors, due to higher mass.
I just need some more technical advice, insight, and if there are any real dangers to a potential future "tritium economy". Am I wise for using tritium, or immensely foolish?
What advantages would TF provide? Would there be a higher power output compared to more conventional fusion theories?
- Ra
Most fusion-type reactors in my universe, at least in the military, run on tritium, which is of course a radioactive hygrogen isotope made from lithium.
I figured that tritium would be easier to fuse than straight hygrogen and deuterium reactors, due to higher mass.
I just need some more technical advice, insight, and if there are any real dangers to a potential future "tritium economy". Am I wise for using tritium, or immensely foolish?
What advantages would TF provide? Would there be a higher power output compared to more conventional fusion theories?
- Ra