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Nuclear fusion technology development in Japan

Overview

The development of nuclear fusion technology in Japan is advancing through both private sector milestones and international partnerships. The startup Helical Fusion announced plans to begin power-on tests at its Helix HARUKA demonstration reactor in 2027, following successful performance tests on high-temperature superconducting coils. The company’s long-term roadmap includes integrated facility tests in 2030 and the development of a larger reactor, HELIX KANATA, with the goal of constructing commercial power plants by the 2040s.

Complementing these domestic efforts, Japan and Germany have agreed to collaborate on the joint development of nuclear fusion technology. This partnership involves entities such as Kyoto Fusioneering, Mitsui & Co., and Siemens Energy, aiming for the practical application of fusion power generation in Germany by the 2030s and potential future deployment in Japan.

Entities

Japan · Kyoto Fusioneering · Mitsui & Co. · Germany · Helical Fusion

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Japan and Germany to collaborate on nuclear fusion development

    Japan and Germany will partner on nuclear fusion development, involving companies like Mitsui & Co. and Siemens Energy, aiming for practical power generation by the 2030s.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Helical Fusion to begin pilot reactor power-on tests in 2027

    Japanese startup Helical Fusion plans to begin power-on tests for its Helix HARUKA pilot fusion reactor in 2027, aiming for commercial fusion power plants by the 2040s.

Sources

denkishimbun.com · lifehack2ch.livedoor.biz