Resonant Ion Confinement Fusion Concept

TL;DR

This paper explores a novel fusion device concept based on resonant ion confinement in a Penning-Malmberg trap with a rotating wall, demonstrating potential for nuclear fusion and compact reactor design.

Contribution

It proposes a new fusion approach utilizing resonant ion confinement, showing that certain trap configurations can meet Lawson's criterion for efficient fusion.

Findings

Nuclear fusion reactions are theoretically possible in specific trap configurations.

The proposed device can meet Lawson's criterion for fusion.

The design allows for a compact, facility-independent fusion cell.

Abstract

Based on the theorized possibilities of resonant ion confinement, for a Deuteron cloud in a Penning-Malmberg trap with a specially configured rotating wall, the opportunity to design a new type of fusion device is prospected. It is proven that, for some trap configurations, nuclear fusion reactions should take place and, in that case, Lawson's criterion for an efficient fusion reactor is met. Furthermore, the reactor could have a compact design and, since it should not require a large facility, it can function as a fusion cell with a pure ion thermal gas.