Is an Arc Reactor Possible in Real Life?

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The discussion confirms that an Arc Reactor, as depicted in Iron Man, is not feasible in real life due to its reliance on fictional technology, specifically Stark Industries' repulsor tech. Participants unanimously agree that the concepts presented in the film do not translate to real-world applications. The thread concludes with a definitive statement that such a power source cannot be created with current scientific understanding.

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Everyone is heard of Iron Man's Arc Reactor. But is such a power source possible??
 
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Since it uses fictional technology (Stark Industries repulsor tech) that doesn't exist in the real world, no, it is not possible. Thread locked.
 

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