Canadian Nuclear Laboratories visited Kyoto Fusioneering Facilities in Japan
The recent visit from Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) to Kyoto Fusioneering's (KF) premises underscored our enduring alliance. This visit reciprocated the successful expedition KF had to CNL back in August. Our collaboration is devoted to propelling fusion energy forward through the development and commercialisation of fusion fuel cycle technology, a pivotal stride towards making fusion energy a commercial reality.
Dr. Scott Hsu, Lead Fusion Coordinator at the U.S. Department of Energy undertook a tour of KF Facilities
Dr. Scott Hsu, the esteemed Senior Advisor and Lead Fusion Coordinator at the U.S. Department of Energy, graced KF facilities with a tour, which included a visit to the cutting-edge UNITY-1 (Unique Integrated Testing facility) in Kyoto. The visit aimed at uncovering pathways for US-Japan collaboration towards commercialising fusion energy.
Kyoto Fusioneering Establishes its R&D Centre in Kumiyama, Kyoto
KF is thrilled to announce the establishment of our very own R&D facility, the Kyoto Research Centre, located in Kumiyama, Kyoto, Japan.
Our primary focus will be pioneering research and development of the Thermal Cycle System, an absolutely critical component for the future of fusion plants. The Kyoto Research Centre will be home to the world's first integrated testing facility for Fusion (UNITY-1).
UNITY-1 will be equipped with cutting-edge components:
- High-temperature heat-extraction blanket
- Liquid metal loops for efficient heat transfer
- Advanced heat exchanger
- Power generation system
- Tritium fuel circulation system
KF attended the International Symposium on Fusion Nuclear Technology in Spain
The 15th ISFNT Int. Symposium Fusion Nuclear Technology recently took place in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, from September 10 to 15, 2023. Kyoto Fusioneering was well-represented at this event, with Chief Fusioneer Satoshi Konishi and his team in attendance.
Our Chief Fusioneer, Prof. Satoshi Konishi, delivered a presentation on the role of private-public partnerships in accelerating early fusion technology commercialisation and innovation.
Our Head of Plant Tech Team, Colin Baus, presented the latest developments within our UNITY program, with a primary emphasis on UNITY-1. Our dedicated efforts have culminated in the successful development of key components and currently designing its integration into the UNITY-1 facility, notably blanket module for heat load and magnetic field testing and advanced heat exchangers.
THE FUSION ERA – Gyrotron Test
Kyoto Fusioneering develops high-power, high-frequency gyrotrons, crucial for plasma ignition, electron heating, and plasma instability suppression. By leveraging the extensive experience of our partners and multiple Japanese industrial collaborators, we excel in designing, and testing gyrotrons. Our gyrotron system solutions are delivered to research institutions, public organizations (UK Atomic Energy Authority), and private enterprises.
Behind the Fusion Scene: Electro Magnetic Technology Division Manager, Takashi Yoshida
Mr Yoshida oversees the gyrotron system, emphasizing quality, teamwork, and supplier relationships. He leverages the team's fusion energy expertise to boost performance and plays a role in both quality management and the technical department.
Fusion Industry News
- America Will Have a Working Fusion Reactor Within 12 Years, (popularmechanics.com)
- Microsoft is going nuclear to power its AI ambitions - The Verge
- Germany holds fusion hearing after funding and strategy announcements - Fusion Industry Association
- The Challenges of Developing a Fusion Fuel Cycle: and How Chemical Engineers are Solving Them - Features - The Chemical Engineer
- テクノロジーが拓く未来の暮らし Vol.60 核融合に新たな技術 量子水素エネルギーとは？ | エネフロ (ene-fro.com)
- World-first fusion device to be built at UNSW Sydney | UNSW Newsroom
- All-In Summit: Nuclear fusion and the potential for energy abundance - YouTube
