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+ | '''Nuclear fusion''' is a [[Physics|physical reaction]] that can be harnessed as a form of [[power]] generation; it is the very process which causes [[star]]s to shine. |
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| − | In fusion, two lighter [[element]]s are combined under intense heat and pressure. The two elements fuse together, forming a single, heavier element. This reaction generates a significant amount of [[energy]], the exact amount depending on the elements used and the resultant element created. |
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| + | During the late [[2360s]], the [[Romulan]]s began performing experiments with [[trilithium]] weapons. This technology, which could be used as a nuclear inhibitor, was capable of stopping fusion within a star. As of [[2371]], they were unable to stabilize it. However, [[El-Aurian]] [[scientist]] [[Doctor]] [[Tolian Soran]] was able to create such a weapon, which he used to create a quantum implosion in the [[Amargosa]] star. ({{film|7}}) |
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| − | One of the most efficient and powerful forms of fusion is [[hydrogen]] fusion, whereby two [[atom]]s of [[deuterium]] are fused into [[helium]]. This reaction is used in [[fusion reactor]]s and is also found in early to older stars. |
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| − | Nuclear fusion reactors are used on starships frequently as [[impulse engine]] powerplants and [[auxiliary power]] generators. |
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Revision as of 10:07, 5 September 2013
Nuclear fusion is a physical reaction that can be harnessed as a form of power generation; it is the very process which causes stars to shine.
Helium fusion enhancement was at the center of Doctor Timicin's studies to re-vitalize the Kaelon sun. (TNG: "Half a Life")
During the late 2360s, the Romulans began performing experiments with trilithium weapons. This technology, which could be used as a nuclear inhibitor, was capable of stopping fusion within a star. As of 2371, they were unable to stabilize it. However, El-Aurian scientist Doctor Tolian Soran was able to create such a weapon, which he used to create a quantum implosion in the Amargosa star. (Star Trek Generations)