The Al-Hamed Equation in Nuclear Fusion Energy: An Improvement to the Classical Fusion Equation

Author: Saleh Ali Saleh Al-Hamed

Affiliation: Independent Researcher

Email: saleh.ye3@gmail.com

Mobile: +967 775572377

Date: April 2025

Abstract

This research introduces a novel formulation of the nuclear fusion energy equation, known as the Al-Hamed Equation. Unlike the traditional fusion equation, which considers only the mass difference between initial and final nuclei, the Al-Hamed model incorporates the cumulative mass of all particles produced during the fusion process, including secondary products such as neutrons and mesons. The improved equation is expressed as:

E = [(m₁ + m₂) - (m₃ + S)] × c²

Where m₁ and m₂ are the masses of the fusing nuclei, m₃ is the mass of the resulting nucleus, S is the total mass of secondary products, and c is the speed of light.

A comparative analysis using deuterium-proton fusion demonstrates a significant energy deviation due to the inclusion of the neutron’s mass, validating the Al-Hamed model as a more accurate framework for fusion energy calculations.

1. Introduction

Nuclear fusion represents one of the most promising sources of clean and sustainable energy. Fusion occurs when two light atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing tremendous energy. This process is typically modeled using Einstein’s equation E = Δm × c². However, traditional models ignore the mass of secondary particles produced during fusion, potentially leading to inaccuracies.

This paper introduces the Al-Hamed Equation, a new formulation that accounts for all byproducts of the fusion process. It aims to provide a more accurate and physically representative model for nuclear fusion energy calculations.

2. Traditional Nuclear Fusion Equations

Classical models for nuclear fusion energy calculations are derived from Einstein’s mass-energy equivalence. The energy released is calculated based on the mass difference between reactants and products. These models include:

• Basic Mass-Energy Relation: E = (m₁ + m₂ - m₃) × c²

• Delta Mass Formulation: E = Δm × c²

• Thermal Approximation: E = kT(n₁ + n₂)

• Laser-Induced Model: E = (I × t) / (m × c)

While these models are useful for general estimates, they commonly neglect the mass of secondary particles such as neutrons, protons, alpha particles, and mesons. This can result in overestimated energy outputs in fusion scenarios where such particles are produced.

3. The Al-Hamed Fusion Equation

To address the limitations of traditional models, the Al-Hamed Equation introduces a more comprehensive formula for nuclear fusion energy:

E = [(m₁ + m₂) - (m₃ + S)] × c²

Where:

• m₁ and m₂ are the masses of the fusing nuclei

• m₃ is the mass of the resulting nucleus

• S is the sum of the masses of all secondary particles produced

• c is the speed of light

By incorporating the mass of all byproducts, the Al-Hamed Equation offers a more accurate reflection of the true mass-energy transformation. This is especially important in high-precision experimental contexts and in modeling advanced fusion systems.

4. Application Example and Numerical Comparison

To demonstrate the practical difference between the classical and Al-Hamed fusion equations, we examine the fusion reaction:

D (deuterium) + p (proton) → ³He (helium-3) + n (neutron)

Atomic masses (in atomic mass units, u):

• D = 2.0141 u

• p = 1.0073 u

• ³He = 3.0160 u

• n = 1.0087 u

Constants:

• c = 2.99792458 × 10⁸ m/s

• 1 u = 1.66053904 × 10⁻²⁷ kg

4.1 Classical Equation Calculation

E = [(2.0141 + 1.0073) - 3.0160] × c²

Δm = 1.3358 × 10⁻²⁷ kg

E = 1.3358 × 10⁻²⁷ × (2.99792458 × 10⁸)² ≈ 1.2005 × 10⁻¹⁰ J

4.2 Al-Hamed Equation Calculation

E = [(2.0141 + 1.0073) - (3.0160 + 1.0087)] × c²

Δm = 3.2709 × 10⁻²⁸ kg

E = 3.2709 × 10⁻²⁸ × (2.99792458 × 10⁸)² ≈ 2.9398 × 10⁻¹¹ J

4.3 Energy Difference

ΔE = E_classical - E_Al-Hamed

ΔE = (1.2005 - 0.2939) × 10⁻¹⁰ = 9.0657 × 10⁻¹¹ J

The energy discrepancy highlights the impact of including the mass of secondary products in the calculation. This correction is essential for accurate predictions in both theoretical studies and practical fusion engineering.

5. Discussion

The comparative analysis between the classical and Al-Hamed fusion energy equations reveals a significant discrepancy in the calculated energy outputs. The classical model assumes that all the mass difference is directly converted to usable energy, ignoring the role of secondary particles such as neutrons.

However, in practical fusion reactions—especially those involving isotopes like deuterium and tritium—secondary products often escape the reaction environment, carrying away a portion of the total energy. The Al-Hamed Equation resolves this by explicitly including the mass of all reaction products, leading to more accurate and realistic energy calculations.

The observed energy difference of approximately 9.07 × 10⁻¹¹ J, although small in a single reaction, becomes highly significant in large-scale reactors with billions of fusion events per second. This correction can improve energy yield predictions, safety assessments, and fuel usage models.

Additionally, the Al-Hamed Equation is better aligned with experimental data, as it acknowledges energy losses due to escaping or unaccounted particles. This refinement makes it particularly suitable for integration into advanced simulation environments and fusion system designs.

6. Conclusion and Future Work

This study presents the Al-Hamed Equation as a refined model for calculating nuclear fusion energy. By accounting for the total mass of all fusion byproducts—including secondary particles such as neutrons—the equation offers a more accurate representation of mass-energy transformation in fusion reactions.

The numerical analysis demonstrated a clear difference between the classical and Al-Hamed energy outputs, emphasizing the limitations of traditional models. By including all reaction products, the Al-Hamed Equation aligns more closely with experimental observations and enhances the precision of theoretical models.

Future research directions include:

• Experimental validation of the Al-Hamed model

• Application to complex reactions (e.g., tritium, helium-3 fusion)

• Integration into computational simulations for fusion reactors

• Optimization of fusion reactor designs and fuel cycles

7. Tables

Table 1: Comparison of Energy Equations

Model Energy Equation Secondary Particles Considered

Classical Model E = (m₁ + m₂ - m₃) × c² No

Al-Hamed Model E = [(m₁ + m₂) - (m₃ + S)] × c² Yes

Table 2: Numerical Results for Fusion Example

Model Calculated Energy (J) Secondary Mass Considered (kg)

Classical Model 1.2005 × 10⁻¹⁰ Not included

Al-Hamed Model 2.9398 × 10⁻¹¹ 3.2709 × 10⁻²⁸

8. Statistical Analysis and Interpretation

To further evaluate the significance of the energy discrepancy between the classical and Al-Hamed fusion models, a relative difference analysis was conducted.

8.1 Relative Energy Difference

Let:

• E_classical = 1.2005 × 10⁻¹⁰ J

• E_Al-Hamed = 2.9398 × 10⁻¹¹ J

The relative difference is given by:

Relative Difference (%) = [(E_classical - E_Al-Hamed) / E_classical] × 100

= [(1.2005e-10 - 2.9398e-11) / 1.2005e-10] × 100 ≈ 75.5%

This shows that approximately 75.5% of the energy predicted by the classical equation is not available when secondary particles are properly considered, as in the Al-Hamed model.

8.2 Scaling Impact on Reactor Design

In high-performance fusion systems where up to 10²⁰ reactions occur per second, the cumulative energy overestimation becomes significant:

ΔE_total = 9.0657 × 10⁻¹¹ J/reaction × 10²⁰ reactions/s = 9.0657 × 10⁹ J/s

This energy discrepancy, on the order of gigajoules per second, underscores the potential impact of the Al-Hamed model on reactor design, thermal management, and energy extraction strategies.

9. Graphical Representation

The following bar chart illustrates the difference in calculated energy output between the classical and Al-Hamed fusion equations. This visual representation emphasizes the magnitude of deviation when secondary particle masses are included in the analysis.

Figure 1: Comparison of fusion energy calculated by the classical model and the Al-Hamed model.

10. References

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5. Al-Hamed, S. A. S. (2025). The Al-Hamed Equation in Nuclear Fusion Energy: An Improvement to the Classical Fusion Equation. Independent Research.

Keywords: Nuclear Fusion Energy, Al-Hamed Equation, Mass-Energy Equivalence, Secondary Particles, Fusion Reaction Modeling, Statistical Analysis of Fusion, Energy Discrepancy, Nuclear Physics, Fusion Reactor Optimization, Theoretical Physics

This entry is adapted from: 10.5281/zenodo.15183108