What Does EAST Stand For?
EAST stands for Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak
EAST, or Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak, is a cutting-edge research facility designed to explore advanced nuclear fusion technologies. Located in China, it utilizes superconducting magnets to create and maintain high-temperature plasma, aiming to investigate the viability of fusion energy as a sustainable power source. EAST serves as a critical platform for studying plasma behavior, developing key technologies, and advancing our understanding of fusion processes, contributing to the global effort to achieve practical and safe fusion energy.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 17th June 2025 | Edit Acronym