91: Nuclear Fusion Energy Breakthrough with NIF's Bruno Van Wonterghem
January 3, 2023
Matt Matern chats with Bruno Van Wonterghem from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). Bruno discusses his background in laser science and the recent breakthrough at the National Ignition Facility (NIF), which achieved fusion ignition, a key step for national security and clean energy. LLNL's mission includes maintaining the U.S. nuclear stockpile with advanced technologies.
Bruno emphasizes the need for ongoing improvements and funding, highlighting global collaboration and the potential for practical fusion energy production.
Matt Matern chats with Bruno Van Wonterghem from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). Bruno discusses his background in laser science and the recent breakthrough at the National Ignition Facility (NIF), which achieved fusion ignition, a key step for national security and clean energy. LLNL's mission includes maintaining the U.S. nuclear stockpile with advanced technologies.
Bruno emphasizes the need for ongoing improvements and funding, highlighting global collaboration and the potential for practical fusion energy production.
Bruno emphasizes the need for ongoing improvements and funding, highlighting global collaboration and the potential for practical fusion energy production.