Prospects for fusion neutron sources in the Russian nuclear power industry

Abstract

Since 2021, a comprehensive program comprising five projects has been implemented by the Rosatom State Corporation in the Russian Federation. Of these, the project entitled “Development of controlled fusion and innovative plasma technologies” is scientifically supervised by NRC Kurchatov Institute. The program envisages a development of the concept of a hybrid reactor plant that combines fusion and fission technologies. As well as presenting an overview of the feasibility, functions, and parameters of planned fusion neutron sources, the paper outlines the development concept of the hybrid system and prospects for its implementation as a means of expanding the fuel base and recycling high-level wastes. An analysis of target indicators is provided.