South Korea's Significant Contribution to ITER

The Korea Institute of Fusion Energy has announced a major agreement to supply additional hydrogen storage containers, valued at 17 billion won, to the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER). This move underscores Korea's growing role in the global fusion energy initiative.

Strengthening International Collaboration

Following the signing of a procurement agreement for the storage and delivery system (SDS) for tritium in March, this latest deal represents further cooperation in the ITER fuel cycle field. The agreement was signed in Cadarache, France, marking a significant milestone in Korea's partnership with the ITER International Organization.

Technological Excellence Recognized

Korea's technological prowess and reliability, demonstrated through achievements like maintaining a plasma ion temperature of 100 million degrees using the neutral beam heating device in KSTAR, have been highly evaluated by the ITER International Organization.

Key Components for ITER's Success

The neutral beam source bottle (NBSB) is crucial for the stable operation of ITER's plasma heating device, ensuring the supply of hydrogen isotopes. This project, worth 11 million euros, will involve design, manufacturing, testing, and transportation over the next five years.

Oh Young-kook, director of the Korea Institute of Fusion Energy, emphasized the importance of this agreement as a testament to Korea's capabilities and its commitment to advancing fusion energy technology.