elforsk | Yesterday, astounding results from month-long measurements on a so-called “energy catalyser” were reported. The report,
written by researchers from Uppsala University, KTH and the University
of Bologna, describes a release of heat that cannot be explained by
chemical reactions alone. Isotope changes in the analysed fuel instead
indicate that nuclear reactions might have occurred at low temperatures.
It implies that we may be facing a new way to extract nuclear energy
possibly without ionizing radiation and radioactive waste. The discovery
could potentially become very important for the world's energy supply.
The central part of the reactor is a narrow cylinder that is two
decimetre long. In the experiments, the reactor operated at temperatures
up to about 1 400 degrees Celsius. A net energy release of 1 500 kWh
was observed. The thermal energy output was three to four times the
electrical energy input. The reactor was filled with 1 gram
hydrogen-loaded nickel powder and some additives.
In recent years, Elforsk has followed the development of what has
come to be called LENR – Low Energy Nuclear Reactions. Elforsk has
published an overview summary of LENR. Elforsk has co-funded the work
described in the report in addition to earlier measurements that showed
an anomalous excess of energy.
If it is possible to safely operate and control these reactions that
are now believed to be nuclear reactions, we may see a fundamental
transformation of our energy system. Electricity and heat could then be
produced with relatively simple components, facilitating a
decentralization of energy supply that could be both inexpensive and
part of a solution for global climate change.
More research is needed to understand and explain. Let us engage
researchers in trying to validate and then explaining how it works.
Magnus Olofsson, CEO Elforsk – Swedish Electrical Utilities' R & D Company
