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17 12, 2024

Introducing HTS4Fusion: Pioneering High-Temperature Superconductors for Compact Fusion Technology

thevsupra2024-12-17T14:20:42+01:00December 17th, 2024|

THEVA is thrilled to announce our latest collaborative research project: HTS4Fusion. The projects starts in 2025, in partnership with the prestigious Max-Planck-Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) and the Technical University of Munich (TUM) Forschungs-Neutronenquelle Heinz Maier-Leibnitz (FRM II). This groundbreaking three-year initiative aims to push the boundaries of fusion technology by developing cutting-edge advancements in high-temperature superconductors (HTS). A Closer Look at HTS4Fusion Fusion energy holds tremendous promise as a clean and virtually limitless power source. Compact fusion systems, such as those leveraging stellarator-style coils, require HTS materials that can endure extreme conditions while delivering exceptional performance. HTS4Fusion will address this need through a series of pioneering work packages, including: JANUS Composite HTS Conductor: A novel conductor concept that combines the strength of advanced materials with superior superconducting properties in high magnetic fields. Innovations in HTS Coating Technology: Development of a advanced coating processes tailored for HTS materials, enabling precise and scalable production processes. Processing Sensitive Foils and HTS Tapes: Advanced techniques for handling and improving the properties of delicate HTS tapes and foils, essential for reducing the bottleneck that HTS supply still causes nowadays. Advancing Fusion with Stellarator Coils The outcomes of HTS4Fusion will play a pivotal role in enabling compact fusion designs. These coils offer unique advantages in magnetic confinement for fusion reactors. The integration of advanced HTS conductors is a key step toward making these systems more efficient and practical for future energy needs. Building the Future of Energy At THEVA, we are proud to contribute to the next wave of fusion energy research alongside our esteemed partners, IPP and TUM FRM II. With HTS4Fusion, we aim to accelerate the development of innovative superconducting technologies, paving the way for a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. The project HTS4Fusion is generously funded by the German Minister of Education and Research. Stay tuned for updates as we embark on this exciting journey toward revolutionizing fusion technology!

8 11, 2024

THEVA and SUBRA demonstrate long, filamentized HTS tapes for the first time

thevsupra2024-11-08T08:42:56+01:00November 8th, 2024|

Successful completion of the Filaments4Fusion project Project partners THEVA, Subra, Etch and IEE Slovak Academy of Sciences. For the first time, filamentized HTS tape conductors could be continuously produced to lengths >400m without any loss of quality. Filaments along the tapelength suppress currents across conductor. These generate AC losses in AC applications or unwanted shielding currents in solenoid coils. Filaments (striations) therefore improve performance for high-field magnets and with time-varying currents. However, the production of such structures in a continuous process is not without its problems, as subsequent structuring can easily damage the thin conductor filaments. With a new approach, in which the metal substrate is pre-structured, the industrial partners SUBRA (DK) and THEVA (GER) have succeeded for the first time in producing long filamentated HTS tapes with high quality. The electrical coupling between the filaments can also be subsequently adjusted as required using this approach. Both partners are planning to transfer this development into a new tape product. The project was funded as part of the European Eurostars program.

14 10, 2024

Start of operation for 110 kV SuperLink HTS cable

thevsupra2024-10-14T10:52:11+02:00October 14th, 2024|

THEVA reaches milestone: Successful deployment of the world's first superconducting 110 kV high-voltage cable THEVA is pleased to announce an important step in the development of innovative energy technologies. In cooperation with Stadtwerke München (SWM), the world's first superconducting 110 kV high-voltage cable was successfully commissioned at the main substation in Menzing on October 9, 2024. This superconducting cable system is the first of its kind to contain all the components needed to transmit more than 500 MW over long distances (>10 km) in a lean design at distribution grid level. The innovative cable can therefore make a decisive contribution to grid expansion as part of the energy transition. The prototype is now being extensively tested in operation to prove its performance and reliability. If expectations are met, the first commercially used high-voltage superconductor could soon be installed in Munich - a significant step towards a more efficient and sustainable energy supply. This success is the result of close and successful cooperation between industry, research, the energy sector and the German government as part of the “SuperLink” project. Further information can be found in the official press release: Open press release

7 10, 2024

New world record thanks to THEVA superconductors

thevsupra2024-10-07T14:59:47+02:00October 7th, 2024|

An ambitious goal was achieved in the DEMO200 project led by Vision Electric Superconductor GmbH: a “busbar” that can efficiently supply energy-intensive aluminum production with electricity. In the test, the finished busbar reached a peak performance of 190 kA - a world record! This was made possible by the use of our THEVA Pro-Line superconductors. Further details can be found on the project website: https://demo200.de/2024/10/we-did-it/?lang=de

4 06, 2024

Practical application of superconductors in stellarators

thevsupra2024-06-07T08:45:35+02:00June 4th, 2024|

Nuclear fusion has gained lots of traction in the past years. Superconductors are one of the enabling technologies There are many different concepts for fusion generators, one of them being the stellarator. One test reactor which is a stellarator is "Wendelstein 7-X". Paul Huslage from Max-Planck Institute in Garching with his team used its geometry for a superconducting coil model which he 3D-printed. This model was then filled with THEVA superconductors to prove the feasibility of such a geometry for HTS. Their results were published in a paper, accessable through the following link: https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1361-6668/ad5382/pdf

2 05, 2024

Welcome Summer Sale

thevsupra2024-05-02T14:18:58+02:00May 2nd, 2024|

As announced at various industry conferences last year, THEVA is preparing to expand its production capacity. To make room for the new facilities, we have come up with something special: To kick off the summer, we are giving a 10% discount on our superconductors in stock. The discount will be applied to all orders placed in May and June. Enquire about our latest stock list now and discover our wide range of products. Simply send us an email to sales@theva.com

8 01, 2024

THEVA on TV: Superconductors in Bavaria

thevsupra2024-01-08T15:05:22+01:00January 8th, 2024|

THEVA was visited by a filmcrew end of December. A team surrounding Harald Stocker from "Bavaria One" produced a report about superconductive activities in Bavaria and visited us as well as other companies active in this field. The finished film was shown in German TV between Christmas and New Year's. You may find it online in Sat-1's media library (German): Teil 1 & Teil 2

3 11, 2023

€11 Million Fresh Capital for THEVA’s Expansion Plans

thevsupra2024-05-02T14:11:12+02:00November 3rd, 2023|

Ismaning, 2nd November 2023. THEVA just signed a Series D first-close funding round and secured €11 million for its further expansion. Several new strategic investors and the existing shareholders made their pledge to support and grow THEVA as the sole European manufacturer of second-generation high-temperature superconductor (HTS) wires. HTS is a key technology to tackle climate change and to enable the transformation towards an electricity-based energy system. HTS wires are a critical component for the modernization and strengthening of electric power grids, and an enabler for cutting-edge nuclear fusion energy solutions. Furthermore, they are pushing the envelope for many high magnetic field applications, among them also the MedTech segment. The acquired capital injection is the starting signal for a growth phase to expand production. Plans are to increase the wire production capacity by a factor of 25 and at the same time reduce unit costs by 75% until 2027. THEVA has been teaming up with a strong OEM and specialist for PVD coating to push THEVA’s unique technology to a new level. In the longer perspective the new Beta-line will serve as a platform to allow licensing out the technology in a mature stage for a worldwide roll-out of the HTS wire production to meet the surging demand. The financing round will be completed by a second closing early 2024, in which there is still some room for new investors. Enabling Energy Transition – by superconducting solutions

22 09, 2023

CONECTUS Award for THEVA projects

thevsupra2023-09-22T09:40:45+02:00September 22nd, 2023|

At this year's EUCAS (European Conference on Applied Superconductivity) conference, which was held from 3rd to 7th September in Bologna, three CONECTUS Awards were given for high quality work presented in close proximity to applications for high temperature superconductors. Members of CONECTUS chose the winners for the Early Career Awards from applications. This year, Dr. Cornelia Hintze from THEVA was awarded 3rd prive for her work High-temperature Superconductors for Magnetic Billet Heaters and for urban medium voltage electricity networks (projects "RoWaMag" and "SuperLink"). We at THEVA are proud partner in these projects and want to congratulate Cornelia again for her great work. Please read more about CONECTUS Early Career Awards here: https://www.conectus.org/2023/09/20/conectus-early-career-award-winners-2023/

16 06, 2023

MT-28 Conference

thevsupra2023-06-16T13:45:46+02:00June 16th, 2023|

The 28th International Conference on Magnet Technology (MT-28) will be hosted in Aix-en-Provence from 10th September to 15th September. THEVA will present solutions for high-field and low-field applications of superconductors and we will have an exhibition booth. We hope to see you in Aix-en-Provence and look forward to talking to you at MT-28!

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