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C-2W

Last updated Nov 18, 2025

Field Reversed Configuration

Suppliers:

1

Associated Organization:

TAE Technologies

Publications

Validation of hybrid-PIC Simulations for Advanced Beam-Driven FRC Modeling

Nuclear Fusion, 2026

Formation of hot, stable, long-lived field-reversed configuration plasmas on the C-2W device
Enhanced plasma performance in C-2W advanced beam-driven field-reversed configuration experiments
Overview of C-2W: High Temperature, Steady-State Beam-Driven Field-Reversed Configuration Plasmas

Years Operated

2016 - 2019

C-2W is an upgrade of the C-2U experiment. The neutral beam power was upgraded to up to ~21 MW and adjustable energies (15-40keV). Pulse duration was extended to up to 30ms. Inner diverters with upgraded edge-biasing electrode systems allowing for longer (30ms+) were installed. A number of other enhancements were added as well.

In 2017, C-2W was renamed as "Norman" to honor late TAE Technologies co-founder, Norman Rostoker.

  • https://www.geekwire.com/2018/tae-rearranges-leadership-gets-ready-next-chapter-fusion-quest-backed-paul-allen/ Attribution: https://www.geekwire.com/2018/tae-rearranges-leadership-gets-ready-next-chapter-fusion-quest-backed-paul-allen/

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  • https://www.geekwire.com/2018/tae-rearranges-leadership-gets-ready-next-chapter-fusion-quest-backed-paul-allen/ Attribution: https://www.geekwire.com/2018/tae-rearranges-leadership-gets-ready-next-chapter-fusion-quest-backed-paul-allen/
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Suppliers

Ability Engineering Technology

Category

Precision Machining Services

Description

Various components including machining and welding of Inconel 625 Parts/Assemblies

Publications

Validation of hybrid-PIC Simulations for Advanced Beam-Driven FRC Modeling

Nuclear Fusion, 2026

Formation of hot, stable, long-lived field-reversed configuration plasmas on the C-2W device
Enhanced plasma performance in C-2W advanced beam-driven field-reversed configuration experiments
Overview of C-2W: High Temperature, Steady-State Beam-Driven Field-Reversed Configuration Plasmas

Years Operated

2016 - 2019

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