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(3) CommentsDistributed Electricity Generation
An additional benefit of focus fusion is that it can be used for distributed generation. Distributed generation is the idea that electricity should be generated close to where it is used. This has many benefits including reducing the risk of widespread blackouts. The majority of a community’s power could be generated in the community instead of being transmitted hundreds of miles from distant power plants. This would prevent distant equipment failures from affecting the community’s power supply.
Focus fusion is perfectly suited for distributed generation. Focus fusion reactors will be small both in physical size and power generation. This means power can be added in small increments exactly to match a community’s needs. Focus fusion reactors will also be inexpensive. This is because unlike conventional nuclear and fossil fuel power plants focus fusion reactors do not require a steam turbine to generate electricity. Finally, focus fusion is non-polluting and so can be situated close to energy consumers.
To learn more about distributed generation visit this site at the US Department of Energy.
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