Raska Soemantoro
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Raska Soemantoro is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of advanced manufacturing and fusion energy, whose work is shaping the future of how critical reactor components are built. Her primary research areas include additive manufacturing, digital twin technology, and the fabrication of fusion-relevant structures. Soemantoro’s most notable contribution is her groundbreaking case study on using direct energy deposition (DED) to manufacture a stellarator inner vessel—a complex, high-precision component essential for magnetic confinement fusion. By developing a digital twin to monitor the DED process in real time, she demonstrated both the viability of additive manufacturing for fusion hardware and the power of in-process monitoring to ensure quality and repeatability. This work, published in 2025 and already garnering early citations, marks a significant step toward scalable, cost-effective production of next-generation fusion devices. Soemantoro’s research not only advances manufacturing science but also accelerates the path to practical fusion energy, making her a key figure in the convergence of digital fabrication and clean energy technology.
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