In this episode, we feature Ruben Fair, a Board Advisor at Kronos Fusion Energy and a leading expert in magnet design and magnetic shielding. With a career spanning over three decades, Ruben's experience is rooted in both industrial and research-based roles. He has led significant projects at Oxford Instruments, General Electric Power Conversion, and Jefferson Laboratory, contributing to the design and operation of superconducting magnets, hydro generators, and other groundbreaking technologies.

Ruben's profile : https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubenfair/

Ruben on research gate : https://www.researchgate.net/scientific-contributions/Ruben-J-Fair-2052422318

Today, Ruben plays a pivotal role at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, where he leads the US ITER team responsible for designing and constructing diagnostic instruments for the international fusion experiment ITER. At Kronos Fusion Energy, Ruben's expertise in magnet design and shielding is instrumental in developing the S.M.A.R.T. fusion energy generator, a key step towards clean and sustainable energy.

Join us as we dive deep into Ruben's journey, from his early days in heavy power engineering to his current role in fusion energy. We'll explore the challenges, innovations, and future prospects of fusion technology. If you're interested in cutting-edge engineering, superconducting magnets, and the path towards a fusion-powered future, this episode is for you.

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In this episode, we talk with Carl Weggel, a central figure at Kronos Fusion Energy and the lead designer of our patented S.M.A.R.T. Fusion Generators. Carl has over fifty years of experience in tokamak and fusion generator design. We discuss his journey from working with the legendary Dr. D. Bruce Montgomery at MIT on the Alcator 'C' tokamak to his role as Chief Scientist at Kronos.

Carl's Profile

Dr. Carl Weggel on Linkedin

Carl shares his thoughts on the challenges and rewards of fusion energy, the significance of superconductors in modern technology, and the evolving landscape of fusion energy commercialization. Learn about his groundbreaking work in developing compact, ultra-high-field tokamak pathways and the patented S.M.A.R.T. 40 generators. This episode offers an insightful look into the future of fusion energy and Carl's passion for sustainable solutions

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In this episode of the Kronos Fusion Energy Podcast, I'm joined by Martin Owens, our Chief Strategy Officer and Board Advisor. With over 35 years of experience in advanced nuclear reactors and project management, Martin brings a wealth of knowledge to our team. Currently, he's a Senior Director at Los Alamos National Laboratory, leading capital project execution. Before joining Kronos Fusion Energy, Martin was the EPC Director at GE Hitachi, where he managed nuclear reactor and fuel development programs.

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Martin's journey into nuclear energy started with an unexpected job at BWXT Nuclear Operations Group, Inc., where he helped develop advanced reactors for the Navy. He talks about how nuclear technology has evolved, the challenges in nuclear energy, and how his experience guides our efforts at Kronos Fusion Energy. This conversation offers unique insights into the strategic landscape of fusion energy and what we're doing to achieve energy independence. Don't miss it!

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