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Podcast with Jason Cavness
May 27, 2023
I was a guest on The Jason Cavness Experience and we talked about high-voltage engineering and how it has regained its momentum after a period of stagnation. We also talked about fusion energy, my path to the United States, and many more.
Presentations at 2023 ICOPS
May 23, 2023
Our papers at the 50th IEEE International Conference on Plasma Science (ICOPS) were presented by our CEO, Robin Langtry. The papers will be published and shared soon!




Avalanche Energy Breakthrough!
Apr 25, 2023
Avalanche Energy has successfully closed a $40 million funding round (Series A) and achieved a record-breaking level of 200 kV for a fusion reactor.
Special Issue Kicked Off!


Apr 24, 2023
As the guest editor of the special issue of "Recent Advances in Electrical System Discharges" in the Machines journal, I am happy to invite experts in this field to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in electrical system discharges. If you have any exciting research or ideas to share, I invite you to submit your papers for consideration. Learn more in the link below and let me know if you have any questions!


Talk in Las Vegas!
Apr 21, 2023
I was invited to talk at the IEEE Las Vegas Tech Conference and Expo. During my session, I discussed how modern high voltage engineering is supporting Avalanche Energy in their pursuit of a cutting-edge line of colliding beam fusion power packs.
2023 IEEE CEIDP


Oct 30, 2022
I was privileged to share our recent high voltage innovation at Avalanche Energy. I presented our design of the 300kV vacuum bushing in the 2022 IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectrics Phenomena (CEIDP) held in Denver, CO, USA.


IEEE DEIS-YP Reboot
Sep 19, 2023
After a hiatus of few years, the IEEE Dielectric and Electrical Insulation Society Young Professionals (DEIS-YP) is back and I am happy to serve as the U.S. and Canada representative. If you want learn and engage in our activities, please follow us on LinkedIn!
New Article Published


Jan 31, 2022
Our recent study titled "Separation and Classification of Corona Discharges Under Low Pressures Based on Deep Learning Method" is now published in IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation!


PhD Defense
Jan 20, 2022
A journey has come to an end! I am thrilled to announce that I have successfully defended my Ph.D. dissertation at Virginia Tech titled "Partial Discharges: Experimental Investigation, Model Development, and Data Analytics". I hope to continue learning and contributing to the advancement of human society, ensuring a bright future for our next generations.
Joined Avalanche Energy!


Jan 3, 2022
I am beyond excited to join Avalanche Energy. Collaborating on the development of a micro fusion reactor, called the Orbitron, as a peaceful, unlimited energy source, driven by cutting-edge high voltage technology, is truly the opportunity of a lifetime.