Is Helium 3 Mining on the Moon Still a Viable Power Source?

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Helium-3 mining on the Moon remains a topic of interest, despite previous hype. Current challenges in achieving successful deuterium-tritium fusion make it a distant goal. Investment in fusion research, particularly with projects like ITER, indicates ongoing commitment to the technology. Success at ITER could lead to increased funding for fusion initiatives, while failure may dampen government support. Overall, the pursuit of fusion power is likely to continue, regardless of potential setbacks.
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There was once hype about mining this on the moon. Still a thing being considered?
 
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Still a thing, yes. Also still a pipe dream since we can't even get d-t fusion to work yet.
 
Do you think fusion power research will be abandoned ever as people will just give up?
 
Not at all. We are spending billions on ITER after all.
 
However, ITER will be a big turning point. If it is successful, then fusion funding might see an upsurge. If not, well, people aren't necessarily going to give up, but I don't expect governments to be very supportive in their funding.
 
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