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Staged Magnetic Compression of FRC Targets to Fusion Conditions

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This presentation outlines Helion Energy's approach to nuclear fusion using staged magnetic compression of Field-Reversed Configuration (FRC) plasma targets. Led by John Slough and David Kirtley under an ARPA-E program, the document details the 5-step fusion engine process, technological milestones from early prototypes to 40 Tesla reactors, and the economic advantages of direct inductive energy recovery and modular 50 MW power scaling.
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Slide 1: Title and Leadership

Staged Magnetic Compression of FRC Targets to Fusion Conditions. John Slough, Principal Investigator (PI). Helion Energy: David Kirtley, Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

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This presentation outlines Helion Energy's approach to nuclear fusion using staged magnetic compression of Field-Reversed Configuration (FRC) plasma targets. Led by John Slough and David Kirtley under an ARPA-E program, the document details the 5-step fusion engine process, technological milestones ...