Description of venture idea
A variety of industries require high-performance metal components that can only be produced using advanced manufacturing techniques. For example, Nuclear fusion power plants require Plasma heating solutions that can deliver tens of megawatts at high duty cycle for several years. Many fusion plant designs will rely on RF heating, which will require RF antennas that can withstand fusion conditions.
This venture sells components such as RF antennas and associated equipment like waveguides.
It uses advanced manufacturing methods that include additive manufacturing, selection of high-performance metal alloys, and precision post-processing steps.
Market needs this venture would address
RF antennas that can withstand fusion conditions Markets include fusion, the communications industry, and aerospace (rocket engines).
Technical capabilities this venture might leverage
- Additive manufacturing for RF antennas
- High-throughput alloy design for fusion RF antennas
- Special metal alloys that don’t contain any high-activation elements like Nb (see Low-activation materials)
- Post-processing like welding and polishing for an optimal waveguide performance
Business model
Original equipment manufacturer
Team
Andrew Seltzman Mike Short Stephen J. Wukitch