SMART Fusion Device Achieves First Tokamak Plasma Milestone

The University of Seville's experimental SMART reactor demonstrates negative triangularity plasma, advancing compact fusion energy research.

SMART (SMall Aspect Ratio Tokamak) successfully generated its first tokamak plasma, a key step toward sustainable fusion energy.
The device uses a novel negative triangularity plasma shape, which improves performance by suppressing damaging instabilities and enhancing heat distribution.
Developed by the University of Seville, SMART is part of the Fusion2Grid strategy to create the most compact and efficient fusion power plant design.
Researchers aim to establish the physics and engineering foundations for high-field spherical tokamaks with solenoid-driven plasma.
The achievement has sparked global interest, with scientists anticipating advancements in compact fusion reactor capabilities.