Model of the Harwell controlled Zero Energy Thermonuclear Assembly (ZETA), scale 1:24, by Miniature Engineering (London) Ltd., London, SW1, 1958. With perspex shade made in Museum workshops. On 24 January 1958, UKAEA scientists claimed that thermonuclear fusion had been achieved in the ZETA experimental fusion reactor but these claims were later withdrawn. (Note: ZETA is sometimes incorrectly expanded as Zero Energy Thermal Apparatus). (Controlled fusion of atoms) Model of ZETA nuclear fusion device, 1954-1958. 1958
Springfield fuel element, 1105mm x 50mm diameter, (one piece 45" long and 2" diameter).( Destroyed display panel B. of S. on 02.03.73. Sc. M. 269/57/1. A.R.B.) Springfield fuel element