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Carl Frederick Weggel
Born
Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
EducationBachelor of Arts in Physics, Harvard University Postgraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering, Tufts University
Occupation(s)Magnet Expert, Scientist
TitleChief Scientist and Founding Partner of Kronos Fusion Energy Incorporated

Carl Frederick Weggel is an American magnet engineer known for his work in the development of ultra-high-strength laminated electric conductors and magnetic field calculations.[1] With a career spanning over five decades, he has contributed to various fusion energy programs and advanced magnet systems.[2] Weggel has worked for institutions such as MIT, Inesco Inc, GE Healthcare, SAIC, and Commonwealth Fusion Systems, and Kronos Fusion Energy, where is a Co-Founder and currently serves as Chief Scientist.[3]

Early Life and Education

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Carl Frederick Weggel's interest in science began at an early age, leading him to pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Physics at Harvard University. He later studied mechanical engineering at Tufts University from 1966 to 1970, specializing in high-field magnet design.[4]

Career and Contributions

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

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  • Designer, Ultra-High-Field Solenoids (1962–1966): Weggel designed ultra-high-field solenoids at the MIT National Magnet Laboratory in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  • Chief Magnet Designer, ALCATOR Fusion Energy Research Program (1970–1973, 1975–1980): He led the design of superconducting solenoids at the MIT Plasma Fusion Center.[5]

Magnion, Inc.

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  • Designer, Superconducting Solenoids (1966–1970): Weggel designed superconducting solenoids for Magnion, Inc. in Burlington, Massachusetts.

Magnetic Engineering Associates

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Inesco Inc.

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Kronos Fusion Energy Inc.

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Currently, Carl Weggel serves is the primary architect of the S.M.A.R.T. (Superconducting Minimum-Aspect-Ratio Torus) clean fusion energy generator being developed at at Kronos Fusion Energy.[6][7] As a Co-founding partner and Chief Scientist,[8] he is helping in the utilization of aneutronic fuels, such as D-He3, to achieve sustainable energy.[9]

Publications and Research

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Carl Weggel's research and publications have been influential in the fields of magnetic systems and fusion energy. Some of his notable works include:

  • "Super-Open” MRI and MRT Magnets" (2014) co-authored with Robert J. Weggel, published in IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity.[10]
  • "High-Homogeneity NMR and MRI Magnets With Minimized Fringe Field" (2014) co-authored with Robert J. Weggel, published in IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity.[11]
  • "New Analytical Formulas for Calculating Magnetic Field" (1988) co-authored with D.P. Schwartz, published in IEEE Transactions on Magnetics.[12]
  • "A High-Performance OH Coil for the Los Alamos CPRF" (1988) co-authored with S.L. Bogart and J.A. Dalessandro, published in IEEE Transactions on Magnetics.[13]

Achievements

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Carl Frederick Weggel has been recognized as a notable magnet expert by Marquis Who's Who. His role in the fusion-energy program at MIT and INESCO is detailed in "The Man-Made Sun" by T.A. Heppenheimer[14]

Personal Life

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Weggel has participated in various cultural and artistic endeavors. His work in science, particularly in the field of magnet systems and fusion energy, has been complemented by his engagement with the arts.

References

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  1. ^ "Carl F. Weggel". IEEE.org. 2024-09-18. Retrieved 2024-09-18.
  2. ^ From MIT to Kronos: Carl Weggel's Path to Fusion Innovation, 2024-04-28, retrieved 2024-10-28
  3. ^ "Carl Weggel". KRONOS FUSION ENERGY. Retrieved 2024-09-18.
  4. ^ Weggel, C. F.; Schwartz, D. P. (1988). "New analytical formulas for calculating magnetic field". IEEE Transactions on Magnetics. 24 (2): 1544–1547. ISSN 0018-9464.
  5. ^ Weggel, C.; Hamburger, W.; Montgomery, B.; Pierce, N. (1977-01-01). The Alcator C magnetic coil systems. Vol. 1.
  6. ^ Energy, Kronos Fusion (2022-08-16). "Carl Weggel Joins Kronos Fusion Energy and Designs S.M.A.R.T, a Revolutionary Fusion Energy Generator Being Built by Kronos Fusion Energy". GlobeNewswire News Room (Press release). Retrieved 2024-09-18.
  7. ^ "Kronos Fusion Energy Aims for Fully Commercialized Fusion Generators by 2032". Yahoo Finance. 2022-08-10. Retrieved 2024-09-18.
  8. ^ "Carl Weggel". KRONOS FUSION ENERGY. Retrieved 2024-09-17.
  9. ^ "KRONOS FUSION ENERGY UNVEILS 30-TESLA HIGH-TEMPERATURE SUPERCONDUCTING MAGNET FOR GAME-CHANGING ANEUTRONIC FUSION". news10.com. 2023-08-23. Retrieved 2024-09-18.
  10. ^ "- AMiner". www.aminer.cn. Retrieved 2024-10-21.
  11. ^ Weggel, Robert J.; Weggel, Carl F. (June 2014). "High-Homogeneity NMR and MRI Magnets With Minimized Fringe Field". IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity. 24 (3): 1–4. doi:10.1109/TASC.2013.2283422. ISSN 1051-8223.
  12. ^ Weggel, C. F.; Schwartz, D. P. (1988). "New analytical formulas for calculating magnetic field". IEEE Transactions on Magnetics. 24 (2): 1544–1547. ISSN 0018-9464.
  13. ^ Weggel, C. F.; Bogart, S. L.; Dalessandro, J. A. (1988-03-01). "A high-performance OH coil for the Los Alamos CPRF". IEEE Trans. Magn.; (United States). 24:2.
  14. ^ "About the Author: Thomas A. Heppenheimer". NSS. 2017-08-03. Retrieved 2024-08-05.