Astral Systems
Tom Wallace-Smith is an accomplished professional in the fields of nuclear physics and technology. Currently serving as Chief Technology Officer at Astral Systems since May 2021, Tom supports the development of technology and industrial applications. Simultaneously, Tom is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Bristol, contributing to the STFC-CLASP funded MicroNova project focused on Nuclear Fusion technologies for Medical Isotope production. Tom's academic journey includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Nuclear Physics from the University of Bristol and a Master of Physics from the University of Bath. Previously, Tom gained valuable experience through a Nuclear Engineering internship at Rolls-Royce and engaged in research projects related to clean energy and nuclear waste repurposing.
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Astral Systems
Based in Bristol, UK, Astral Systems was founded in 2021. Our Multi-State Fusion (MSF) reactor is a versatile, compact, and cost-effective solution for on-demand neutron production. By continually advancing the fusion rate and effectiveness of our ‘MSF’ technology, we offer high-flux neutron sources for large-scale medical isotope production, nuclear power applications, and many more. Astral Systems is the 2nd generation of NSD fusion, who commercialised Inertial electrostatic confinement (IEC) fusion neutron sources in the 2000s. The NASA discovery of lattice confinement fusion (LCF) and its integration into NSD fusion technology led to a 10x increase in neutron output, and the formation of Astral Systems.