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EX-Fusion CO., LTD.
A startup that began at Osaka University, EX-Fusion Co. Ltd. is developing a commercial, laser-based nuclear fusion reactor, the only one of its kind in Japan.Laser-based nuclear fusion generates electricity by irradiating deuterium and tritium with powerful lasers to cause fusion reactions. Nuclear fusion technology is sparking global interest for being safe and clean, potentially enabling the decarbonization of Planet Earth. What is nuclear fusion energy? Conceptual Design of Laser Inertial Fusion Test Reactor (LIFT) Nuclear fusion energy is clean…
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Microwave Chemical Co., Ltd.
The aim: Driving innovation in the chemical industry with microwave technology The chemical industry has supported economic development by supplying raw materials to a wide variety of other industries essential to our daily lives, including automobiles, home appliances, clothing, and pharmaceuticals. However, smokestack industries have not seen significant innovation for over a century. The mission of Microwave Chemical Co., Ltd. is “Make Wave, Make World. Create a world we have never seen.” With its novel technology using microwaves – also…
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AC Biode
Environmental pollution, climate change, and energy resource depletion are among the most urgent challenges facing society. One solution to such challenges is the world’s first standalone AC batteries developed by AC Biode. How did they move their business from startup to pilot testing in just two years—lightning speed for the electrical industry? Because they used existing materials and existing battery production lines, dramatically cutting development time and cost. After graduating from university, CEO Tadashi Kubo took his interest in environmental…