Fusion startup Helion hits blistering temps as it races toward 2028 deadline
Helion's Polaris device achieved a temperature of 150 million degrees Celsius, marking significant progress toward developing a commercial power plant to supply electricity to Microsoft.
MAIN POINTS
- Helion's Polaris device reached 150 million degrees Celsius.
- This milestone is crucial for Helion's commercial power plant development.
- The power plant will supply electricity to Microsoft.
- Achieving such high temperatures is a step toward practical fusion energy.
TAKEAWAYS
- Helion is advancing in fusion energy technology.
- The milestone supports the feasibility of commercial fusion power.
- Microsoft is a key partner in Helion's energy plans.
- Fusion energy could revolutionize electricity generation.