No, I'm looking for a device to mechanically overcome the Coulomb force for just a few atoms at a time, avoiding high temp and pressure. I believe the energy needed is on the order of .1MeVrootone said:Well what you are looking for here is device capable of generating such a high pressure and density that the atoms spontaneously fuse.
Such systems are not only possible, they actually exist, but they are hardly 'low energy'.
They are called stars.
Bengey said:What I'm asking is whether some kind of mechanical confinement can achieve the goal. We've made great advances in nanotechnology, why not nano-nutcrackers to squeeze atoms together? As for laser fusion, wouldn't that also be easier to achieve with micro or nano-sized fuel pellets?
Pellets are small. ~.1 mm diameter in at least one program.Bengey said:What I'm asking is whether some kind of mechanical confinement can achieve the goal. We've made great advances in nanotechnology, why not nano-nutcrackers to squeeze atoms together? As for laser fusion, wouldn't that also be easier to achieve with micro or nano-sized fuel pellets?
The only specific size I found was for an older program (Shiva). Google "laser fusion pellet" gives lots of hits, but it is hard to find numbers for the size.Bengey said:Which program, and do you know if that's giving them better results?
Yes that's the ballpark, fusion occurs as low as ~0.01 MeV for the ions of deuterium and tritium fuel. One way to look at the problem with using a mechanical "nutcracker" is that the chemical bonds holding together solid lattices are on order of a couple eV, tens of thousands times less: a bit like trying slam two cannon balls together with cotton candy. That's of course as one would expect, else fusion would be ongoing all the time inside the Earth where pressures are extreme, but far short of that which can be found inside of a star.Bengey said:No, I'm looking for a device to mechanically overcome the Coulomb force for just a few atoms at a time, avoiding high temp and pressure. I believe the energy needed is on the order of .1MeV
mheslep said:a bit like trying slam two cannon balls together with cotton candy
Yes, it is possible to fuse a nutcracker with another object using fusion technology. Fusion is the process of combining two or more objects to create a new, stronger object. With the advancements in fusion technology, it is possible to fuse almost any object together.
Fusing a nutcracker with another object can have several potential benefits. It can result in a stronger, more durable nutcracker that can withstand more pressure. It can also create a more versatile tool, combining the functions of both objects. Additionally, fusing with another object can also allow for more precise and efficient use of energy.
As with any fusion process, there are risks and limitations involved. The success of the fusion depends on the compatibility of the materials and the precision of the fusion process. There may also be potential safety hazards if the fusion is not done correctly or if the fused object is not used properly.
A variety of materials can be used to fuse with a nutcracker, including metals, plastics, and other composite materials. The choice of material will depend on the specific requirements and desired properties of the fused object.
Yes, fusion with a nutcracker is currently being explored in various scientific research and industrial applications. For example, some researchers are studying the potential benefits of fusing a nutcracker with diamond to create a more efficient cutting tool. Some industries are also using fusion technology to create stronger and more durable nutcrackers for commercial use.