I think one of the lessons of Rossi's success so far is that researchers should aim to produce a larger reaction, if they can. 12 kW is too large in some ways. But I suppose a typical experiment produces a fraction of a watt. 10 W or more would be more persuasive. It has emotional appeal. It shows that you can, in principle, scale up. The appeal is not fully rational, but I think it might garner more interest and financial support.
- Jed
