Reply To: Computational resources available from the DOE
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asymmetric_implosionThere is some truth in people loving their own concept but these days it seems the MCF approaches are banded together as have the ICF approaches in the broader sense e.g. Sandia supporting the NIF “breakeven”.
I’m not saying things are not possible or wrong. I think the progress is significant for the funding, but I believe the true test is receiving the funding. I’ve had many folks claim support for proposals when it was someone else paying. “Great idea and it would be nice…if they pay for it.” Results drive larger budget which drives results… should be the approach to all science. Sadly politics gets in the middle. My point is that the independent review could be taken in a negative light very easily.
I like independent review and the results that come from it when people use it as intended. The Devil’s advocate is truly intended as that. I believe any technologist must be his/her harshest critic while being being the biggest advocate. It’s a bit sick in a way but I believe that drives success in the long run.