What is the estimated mass of a 20MW focus fusion reactor?

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The estimated mass of a 20MW focus fusion reactor cannot be accurately determined due to the absence of existing models and significant definitional challenges. The discussion highlights that there are substantial differences between the mass of the reactor core and the entire reactor system. Without established prototypes or specifications, any estimate remains speculative and lacks a solid foundation.

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Could someone please give me a rough estimate as to what the mass of a 20MW focus fusion reactor might be, please.
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No such thing exists, so it is a bit hard to estimate. You also have serious definitional issues. There are orders of magnitude differences between the size of a reactor core and the entire reactor.
 

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