Advancement and Prospective Outlook on the Magnetic Confinement Fusion Energy
Nuclear fusion energy is recognized as an effective way to address the future energy and environment issues.In China's three-step nuclear power development strategy,the fusion energy is regarded as the ultimate solution for the energy issue.In recent years,breakthroughs in nuclear fusion research have been encouraging.An increasing number of countries(regional)and international entities are acknowledging the key role of nuclear fusion as the solution to climate and energy security,thereby accelerating the development,demonstration,and commercial deployment of fusion energy.This article provides a brief overview of the advancements,and current status of magnetic confinement fusion energy,as well as the strategic considerations for the development of fusion energy by the United States and the European countries(regional),along with a prospective outlook on its future development in China.