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New electrochemical method to help coat fusion reactors with tungsten

German team targets pure tungsten coatings for fusion reactor hardware

Researchers in Germany are developing an electrochemical method to coat fusion reactors with pure tungsten, pointing to a materials-focused advance in fusion engineering.

Key Takeaways

The report says German scientists are developing an electrochemical way to coat fusion reactors with pure tungsten.
The story highlights materials engineering rather than a reactor-launch headline.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 4, 2026·via interestingengineering.com

Commonwealth Fusion Systems turns superconducting magnets into a near-term business

Commonwealth Fusion Systems says it has struck its largest magnet deal yet, selling high-temperature superconducting magnets to Realta Fusion as it builds interim revenue ahead of its planned commercial reactor.

Key Takeaways

CFS says the Realta agreement is its largest magnet deal so far.
The sale creates interim revenue while CFS pursues its Arc reactor.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 2, 2026·via techcrunch.com

Battery Startup SES AI Is Pivoting From Cells to AI Materials Discovery

SES AI, a Massachusetts battery company known for advanced lithium work, is shifting its focus toward AI-based materials discovery as its CEO delivers a blunt assessment of the Western battery industry.

Key Takeaways

SES AI is shifting from advanced lithium battery development to AI materials discovery.
CEO Qichao Hu said most Western battery companies have died or are likely to die.

DT Editorial Team·Mar 28, 2026·via technologyreview.com