glossary:hyperjet-fusion
CONCEPT dossier
HyperJet Fusion
Glossary term: HyperJet Fusion
CONCEPT Organizations
01 Executive_Summary
A company pursuing plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion (PJMIF) using converging plasma guns to compress an FRC target.
02 Definition
A company pursuing plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion (PJMIF) using converging plasma guns to compress an FRC target.
03 Deep_Dive_Intelligence
Overview
A company pursuing plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion (PJMIF) using converging plasma guns to compress an FRC target.
Role: Glossary term: HyperJet Fusion
Entity Type: Concept — HyperJet Fusion is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
Technical Definition
A company pursuing plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion (PJMIF) using converging plasma guns to compress an FRC target.
05b Related_Topics (2)
07 Key_Findings
- ▸ Role: Glossary term: HyperJet Fusion
- ▸ Entity Type: Concept — HyperJet Fusion is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
- ▸ Related Concepts: MTF, MIF, PLX
09 Timeline_Mentions (3)
2019
HelicitySpace and Hyperjet INFUSE Awards
DOE grants INFUSE awards to HelicitySpace and Hyperjet Fusion Corp for simulation support from LANL.
historical-context 2021
HyperJet magnetized plasma jets for MTF
HyperJet Fusion's plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion approach.
fusion-research 2024
PLX demonstrates spherical plasma liner formation
36 jets form argon liner. Tangled field target avoids FRC/spheromak instabilities. Physics of Plasmas publication.
fusion-research10 FAQ
What is HyperJet Fusion? ▾
A company pursuing plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion (PJMIF) using converging plasma guns to compress an FRC target.
What role does HyperJet Fusion play in the research network? ▾
HyperJet Fusion is classified under the "Organizations" category, serving as Glossary term: HyperJet Fusion. A company pursuing plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion (PJMIF) using converging plasma guns to compress an FRC target.
What evidence supports the HyperJet Fusion assessment? ▾
The intelligence assessment for HyperJet Fusion is supported by 4 primary sources. Key sources include "Plasma Jet Driven Magneto-Inertial Fusion (PJMIF) (Fusion Science and Technology, 2019)", "Exploring lower-cost pathways to economical fusion power (Open Access Government, 2017)", and "Plasma Guns for Magnetized Fuel Targets for PJMIF (OSTI, HyperJet Fusion Corporation)". These documents provide the evidentiary basis for the analysis.
What is the technical definition of HyperJet Fusion? ▾
A company pursuing plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion (PJMIF) using converging plasma guns to compress an FRC target. Related Concepts: MTF, MIF, PLX
What is the physics behind HyperJet Fusion? ▾
A company pursuing plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion (PJMIF) using converging plasma guns to compress an FRC target. Role: Glossary term: HyperJet Fusion Entity Type: Concept — HyperJet Fusion is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
What external sources document HyperJet Fusion? ▾
HyperJet Fusion is documented by 4 external sources, including 1 Journal article (OSTI/DOE PAGES), 1 Journal article (OSTI), and 1 Technical report (OSTI). Notable references include "Plasma Jet Driven Magneto-Inertial Fusion (PJMIF) (Fusion Science and Technology, 2019)", "Exploring lower-cost pathways to economical fusion power (Open Access Government, 2017)", and "Plasma Guns for Magnetized Fuel Targets for PJMIF (OSTI, HyperJet Fusion Corporation)".
How was information about HyperJet Fusion collected? ▾
Information about HyperJet Fusion was collected through open-source intelligence (OSINT) methods, analyzing 4 declassified documents and cross-referencing findings across the research network.
What is the current status of HyperJet Fusion? ▾
A company pursuing plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion (PJMIF) using converging plasma guns to compress an FRC target.
How does HyperJet Fusion relate to compact fusion research? ▾
Overview A company pursuing plasma-jet-driven magneto-inertial fusion (PJMIF) using converging plasma guns to compress an FRC target. Role: Glossary term: HyperJet Fusion Entity Type: Concept — HyperJet Fusion is a technical concept or theoretical framework. Technical Definition A company...
What documents should I read to learn more about HyperJet Fusion? ▾
To learn more about HyperJet Fusion, review the 4 primary sources, and related research finding linked in the source documents section of this dossier.
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Glossary_Sources
Verified_Primary_Sources 4 SOURCES
primary osti.gov Journal article (OSTI/DOE PAGES)
Plasma Jet Driven Magneto-Inertial Fusion (PJMIF) (Fusion Science and Technology, 2019)
Verifies: HyperJet Fusion Corporation, Chantilly, VA develops PJMIF approach; PJMIF uses plasma guns for standoff implosion with high implosion velocity (50-150 km/s)
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primary osti.gov Journal article (OSTI)
Exploring lower-cost pathways to economical fusion power (Open Access Government, 2017)
Verifies: HyperJet Fusion Corporation received seed funding from Strong Atomics to develop PJMIF; PLX-alpha project supported by ARPA-E ALPHA program uses HyperV plasma guns
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primary osti.gov Technical report (OSTI)
Plasma Guns for Magnetized Fuel Targets for PJMIF (OSTI, HyperJet Fusion Corporation)
Verifies: HyperJet Fusion Corporation developed magnetized plasma guns for PJMIF targets; HyperJet developed high-performance coaxial plasma guns for PLX experiment at LANL
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secondary openaccessgovernment.org Article (trade publication)
Plasma-Jet-Driven Magneto-Inertial Fusion - A progress report (Open Access Government)
Verifies: HyperJet Fusion Corporation (Thio and Witherspoon) developing PJMIF; ARPA-E ALPHA program funded plasma gun development for PJMIF
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Last updated: Research database snapshot
Type: concept
Region: glossary
Last updated: Research database snapshot