M. Simon left a comment about the Bussard fusion reactor. I did a tiny amount of research on this, and I am left wondering why significant funding has not come forward for this concept of thermonuclear power generation, either from the government (in particular, the Navy, which provided early funding) or from the private sector.
For example, why wouldn't Google or GE support this effort with seed capital? Apparently, there is a lot I do not know about the Bussard fusion reactor, since if what I read about it were true, then someone or some company would make many billions from it.
Perhaps Dr. Bussard should be talking to venture capitalists or private equity managers. Someone on Wall Street would be interested if this reactor concept is the real deal.
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The US Navy has funded it.
Bussard Reactor Funded
Confirmed here:
Jerry Pournelle
We will know in 6 to 9 months if this is viable.
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