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Interesting Engineering reports on how Tokamak Energy is advancing vanadium alloys development for breeder blanket structures in #fusion power plant designs following receipt of a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) INFUSE (Innovation Network for Fusion Energy) award. We’ll be working with Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Birmingham on this critical component for fusion power plants, accelerating progress on the path to delivering clean and secure #fusionenergy in the 2030s. Read the article here: 👇 https://lnkd.in/eh_FSwjZ Learn more about breeder blankets from our Fusion Integration Chief Engineer Jack Astbury here: 👇 https://lnkd.in/e5gRv8xY #FusionForAll

Tokamak Energy features in this The Guardian article looking at how the technologies and solutions being developed for #fusionenergy have ‘huge practical applications’ from propulsion to science and medicine. It reports how public and private fusion organisations are increasingly ‘reporting breakthroughs that many in the industry now think will lead to viable fusion energy’, promising ‘such quantities of clean energy that we will finally be able to leave fossil fuels behind.’ At the same time, in developing fusion power plants, ‘we are creating new technologies and solutions that can reach far beyond the task of energy generation.’ Read the full article here: 👇 https://lnkd.in/e25HzPmp

We’re delighted to welcome Anita Breslin (Slater) to Tokamak Energy as our new Chief Financial Officer. Anita joins us at a time of rapid commercial growth for #fusionenergy and our high temperature #superconducting (HTS) #magnet technology. “I’m excited to join Tokamak Energy at this pivotal stage of its technology commercialisation, and continued development towards realising clean #fusion energy at scale”, said Anita. “I’m looking forward to working with the talented and committed team to deliver the energy of the future.” Read more in our press release here: 👇 https://lnkd.in/eJ9TByPr

“We need to empower the next generation now in our quest to deliver fusion as a secure supply of clean and affordable energy to meet rising demand and address climate change,” says Jane Shannon, our Director of People and Engagement and new co-chair of the UK Fusion Skills Council. Future scientists, engineers, and central support staff require the skills and opportunities to enter the cutting-edge #fusionenergy industry. This goal has led to a collaboration between the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), Tokamak Energy, First Light Fusion, and 17 other commercial organisations and academic institutions to support the sector's growing workforce with 2,200 people over the next five years. The UK Fusion Skills Council’s other co-chair is Ryan Ramsey, Chief Operations Officer from First Light Fusion. “I’m honoured to be part of the UK Fusion Skills Council tasked by UKAEA with advising on and monitoring the strategic delivery of the skills and development programme,” Jane added. “Our mission is to highlight the exciting opportunities the fusion industry has to offer, plus deepen and widen the talent pool so we are in the strongest position possible for this exciting new delivery phase of fusion technology.” Nick Walkden, Head of Fusion Skills at UKAEA, added: “The challenge and opportunity presented by skills growth for fusion is one that we all share, and we are dedicated to ensuring the benefits of this important programme are felt throughout our sector.” Read the full story on the link https://lnkd.in/ej7fAdJ4 #skills #cleanenergy #energytransition #FusionforAll #fusioniscoming

Our CEO Warrick Matthews took part in an engaging roundtable discussion with Kerry McCarthy MP, Minister for Climate at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero at Culham Campus recently. After a full tour of the Culham facilities, Minister McCarthy heard from industry leaders about the huge growth opportunity fusion presents for the UK and its role in supporting the transition from fossil fuels to sustain a #netzero future. It was also a first chance for the Minister responsible for fusion energy to learn more about Tokamak Energy and its two transformative technologies: the compact spherical tokamak and high temperature superconducting (HTS) magnets. Our ground-breaking #HTSmagnets were seen as a great example of how spin-off fusion technologies can transform today's markets and create new ones, providing skilled jobs and opportunities across a range of industries. Thanks to UK Atomic Energy Authority for the invitation and we look forward to working with Minister McCarthy and her team as the thriving UK fusion industry continues to grow. #CleanEnergy #FusionforAll #JustTransition #ClimateAction

We’re delighted to receive a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) INFUSE award for the rapid development of advanced oxidation-resistant vanadium alloys for fusion breeder blankets in spherical tokamaks. The team will be working with Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Birmingham on the project which could expand the use of these materials, enable new design avenues, enhance safety, and improve plant efficiency.  The INFUSE program is focused on accelerating fusion energy development through public-private research partnerships by involving the expertise and unique resources available at DOE laboratories and universities. It is the ninth INFUSE award received by Tokamak Energy, one of eight private companies selected by the DOE as part of the United States’ decadal vision for delivering commercial fusion. Michael Ginsberg, EngScD, Tokamak Energy Inc. President, said: “Vanadium base alloys are the leading candidate materials for breeder blanket structures in fusion power plant designs flowing liquid lithium. This new project will push our understanding forward on the path to delivering clean and secure commercial fusion in the 2030s.” Jean Paul Allain, DOE Associate Director of Science for Fusion Energy Sciences, said for the announcement: “The INFUSE selections showcase our continuing commitment to the fusion industry in the U.S. and our goal to share widely unique capabilities at national laboratories and U.S. universities. Partnering with businesses and working together is a win-win for our fusion industry, the DOE, and the nation.” Follow the link for more information on Tokamak Energy’s project https://lnkd.in/exdvs4nZ And the full DOE announcement is below. #fusionenergy #FusionforAll #energytransition

Are you a graduate looking to take on a PhD in #MaterialsScience, targeting a key research topic exploring the effects of irradiation on high temperature superconducting (HTS) magnets for #fusion? We are pleased to advertise this Tokamak Energy sponsored PhD position with the Department of Materials, University of Oxford. The post is open to students looking to start by no later than December 2024. Find out more information including how to apply here: 👇 https://lnkd.in/e6vgVXDq For more information about Tokamak Energy, please visit our website or contact us via [email protected]. Susannah Speller University of Oxford Greg Brittles #FusionForAll #Magnets #Superconductors

We’re proud to announce Tokamak Energy’s Principal Magnet Engineer Dr Greg Brittles has been awarded a three-year extension to his Future Leaders Fellowship by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The government funding is awarded to emerging leaders around the UK to commercialise their innovations and lead research into global issues such as #energy and #climate. Greg’s fellowship is for further research to enable the rapid development of high temperature #superconducting (HTS) #magnets for #fusionenergy and other applications. HTS magnets, which are needed to control the hot plasma of #fusion fuels inside a tokamak, represent a significant technological breakthrough, enabling extremely powerful and efficient magnetic fields. HTS technology can also be used to advance other sectors, including renewable energy, science and propulsion in water, land, air and space. Greg said: “I’m delighted to receive further support by UKRI under its fantastic Future Leaders Fellowship programme. I joined Tokamak Energy at the beginning of our HTS #magnet development journey, and am proud to have played a leadership role in this transformative technology. The fellowship has provided uniquely flexible support that has enabled me to lead a growing team of magnet engineers delivering rapid, cutting edge HTS magnet innovation. This has generated novel magnet technologies with several associated patent applications, and I’m excited to be pursuing the deployment and commercialisation of these magnets both inside and outside of fusion under the next phase of my fellowship.” #FusionForAll #superconductors #innovation

With the UK school summer holidays in full swing, it’s been a pleasure to welcome four groups of year 10 and 12 work experience students to spend a week working alongside our talented #engineers, #scientists and business professionals. Jacqui Dalziel, Head of Talent, said, “The students have all been incredibly engaged, full of curiosity. It’s been so rewarding for everyone involved, helping to inspire young people about the opportunities in front of them and the potential of #fusionenergy.” We've also had some fantastic feedback from the students themselves: “I really loved and enjoyed the work experience. I learnt so many new skills and was honestly blown away by the company and discovered many different roles that I didn't even know before. It has set my expectations high!”   “Thank you very much for providing me with such an amazing opportunity. I now have a much clearer picture of where I want to go and achieve within both my academic and future career.”   “My confidence has skyrocketed, and I am excited to enter the world of work when my times comes.” #FusionForAll #STEMEducation

We’re delighted to be hosting a talented group of undergraduate summer placement students. Developing hands-on skills in the workplace is an invaluable part of the student experience and at Tokamak Energy we’re committed to building awareness, expertise and experience in #fusion across science, engineering, technology and business development. We’re hosting 12 students through the summer, seven through our own internship programme and five via the #FusionIndustryProgramme, which is run by UK Atomic Energy Authority with the aim of securing a pipeline of talent and thriving supply chain for the growing UK fusion industry. #FusionForAll #CleanEnergy