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What device did Farnsworth invent in his later life?

  • Farnsworth Fusor

  • Farnsworth Fusion Device

  • Philo Fuser

  • Farnsworth Collider

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The Farnsworth Fusor, invented by Philo Farnsworth in his later years, is a compact device that achieves nuclear fusion, the same process that powers the sun, in a controlled manner. Unlike larger and more complex fusion reactors, the Fusor uses low-energy input and produces minimal radioactive waste, making it a promising concept for future fusion-based energy production.
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