ITER Completes World's Largest Pulsed Magnet System for Fusion Reactor in France
Key Ideas
- ITER has successfully completed the world's largest pulsed superconducting electromagnet system for the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) in France.
- The pulsed magnet system, weighing nearly 3,000 tonnes, is crucial for confining and shaping ionised plasma in the Tokamak reactor to initiate fusion.
- ITER's achievement showcases international cooperation among its 30-plus member countries, aiming to demonstrate fusion as a safe, carbon-free energy source with the potential for significant power output efficiency.
- The project also highlights the active engagement of the private sector, technology transfer initiatives, and the creation of a global fusion supply chain through collaborations and knowledge sharing.
The ITER Organisation has completed the world’s largest, most powerful pulsed superconducting electromagnet system for the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) in France. This system will play a critical role in shaping and confining ionised plasma to achieve fusion reactions in the Tokamak reactor. ITER, a collaboration of over 30 countries, aims to demonstrate fusion as a safe, carbon-free energy source. The completion of the Central Solenoid, the most powerful magnet in the system, and the delivery of Poloidal Field magnets from Russia, Europe, and China mark significant milestones in ITER's progress. At full operation, ITER is expected to produce 500 megawatts of fusion power from 50 megawatts of input heating power, showcasing a tenfold gain in efficiency. The collaborative efforts of member countries, the engagement of the private sector in fusion research and development, and the establishment of a global fusion supply chain are key elements of ITER's success. ITER's progress towards fusion energy production signals a positive outlook for sustainable energy solutions and international cooperation in addressing climate change and energy security.
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Utilities
Sustainable Energy
International Collaboration
Global Supply Chain
Research Development
Technology Transfer
Fusion Energy
Private Sector Engagement
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