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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