Process where two light atomic nuclei combine at extremely high temperatures and pressures to form a heavier nucleus, releasing massive amounts of energy; also known as [[聚变|聚變|ju4 bian4]] or [[核聚变|核聚變|he2 ju4 bian4]]

A fusion-based nuclear weapon that uses high temperatures to trigger a reaction in hydrogen isotopes; also known as a [[氢弹|氫彈|qing1 dan4]]

A device used to initiate and control a nuclear fusion reaction; also known as a thermal reactor.