November 2024 Newsletter
Kyoto Fusioneering Took Part in FusionXInvest and Hosted Global Fusion Stakeholders at Our R&D Facility.
FusionXInvest, which brings together leading fusion stakeholders, was held in Japan from Oct 15-16. This invaluable event provided participants in Japan with key insights and generated momentum within the fusion sector.
Kyoto Fusioneering (KF) was honored to participate, showcasing Japan’s engineering excellence through advanced technologies like gyrotron systems.
Dr. Miki Nishimura, a manager in KF’s business team, moderated a pivotal discussion on the expanding scope of fusion projects, including those focused on utility-level deployment and D-T fusion. The conversation emphasized the critical roles that Japanese investors, partners, and suppliers can play in advancing these projects by evaluating fusion opportunities against essential criteria, like technical feasibility and scalability.
This key event provided KF with the perfect opportunity to invite fusion stakeholders to the Kyoto Research Centre, our own R&D facility, in Kyoto, Japan. We were excited to showcase the progress we have made on our fusion thermal cycle systems (UNITY-1), which are essential for harnessing the heat generated by fusion. Participants also engaged in active discussions on the technology and potential business opportunities.
KF Joined 30th Anniversary Celebration of the Japan-UK Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement
KF was proud to participate in a milestone event celebrating 30 years of Japan-UK Science and Technology cooperation, held at the Japanese Embassy in London.
At our booth, we had the honor of discussing our mission to advance sustainable fusion energy with Professor Dame Angela McLean, the UK Government’s Chief Scientific Adviser. Featured in the photo is Jack Taylor, a Fusion Engineer from KFUK, representing the strong Japan-UK collaboration that KF champions.
KF Participated in Dynamic Fusion Gathering in the US
KF was delighted to participate in the Western States Fusion Hub workshop, organized by the Department of Energy (DOE) on October 23 in Everett. The event was represented by Bibake Uppal, Head of KF America.
This workshop provided an excellent opportunity to explore strategies for accelerating the commercialization of fusion energy by concentrating resources within the region.
In addition, we had the opportunity to participate in the 2024 Seattle Fusion Week, held from October 21 to 23, where we showcased our ongoing R&D projects and business developments.
This event provided a great platform for us to connect with various fusion developers across the US and exchange valuable insights.
THE FUSION ERA – KF’s Global Expansion: Launching KFEU and the Future Outlook for KF’s Newest Location
In February, KF further expanded globally by establishing Kyoto Fusioneering Europe GmbH (KFEU) in Karlsruhe, Germany. Why Germany? We spoke with Gordon and Natsuko from KF’s Business Planning Division, who were instrumental in setting up our newest location, to understand the vision behind this step. With Europe at the forefront of fusion projects like ITER in France, and Germany’s Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) occupying a leading position in fusion research, Karlsruhe was a natural choice.
Led by Dr. Christian Day, a renowned expert in fusion fuel cycles, KFEU is positioned to drive KF’s mission forward in Europe. For more on our global expansion and Dr. Day's vision for KFEU, check out our “FUSION ERA” blog
THE FUSION ERA: SOFT 2024 – Presenting Our Progress on the Global Fusion Stage
Several members from KF had the privilege of showcasing our latest advancements at SOFT 2024 in Dublin in September!
In our latest blog, we dive into the highlights from SOFT, where our team presented on cutting-edge developments across key programs. From gyrotron advancements to UNITY-1 and UNITY-2 and innovative blanket designs, our experts brought KF’s vision of sustainable energy one step closer to reality.
We’re also proud to share insights from a keynote by our Co-Founder Dr. Richard Pearson, who addressed tritium challenges in commercial fusion, underscoring KF's dedication to tackling this pivotal issue head-on.
Behind the Fusion Scene with Takako Matsudaira
In this month's 'Behind the Fusion Scene', we spotlight Takako Matsudaira, Senior Staff at KF.
She has been instrumental in developing our safety management standards and ensuring the safety of our facilities. She has created a secure and efficient environment thanks to her collaborative efforts with our onsite engineering teams.
Stay tuned for more from 'Behind the Fusion Scene' and visit our website to learn more about our work and more dedicated team members like Takako.
Dive into 'Quick Takes on Tough Tasks' Series:
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Curious about the challenges of developing fusion pilot plants and how we’re addressing them?
Our engineers and researchers have been sharing their insights in a series of short videos, breaking down the complexities of fusion energy and showcasing the innovative solutions we’re developing to make fusion a reality.
,Be sure to check out the full video playlist! It’s a great way to explore the key highlights from our technical reports and gain a more in-depth understanding of our progress and commitment to advancing fusion technology.
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