Which constraint slows power output even when deuterium-tritium fusion reaches ignition?

💡 Explanation

Alpha heating must overcome losses; if the alpha particle energy confinement time is insufficient, the plasma cools because energy is lost faster than supplied by fusion via alpha particles. Therefore power is limited, rather than limited by impurities or breeding.

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