RACE is the UKAEA’s centre for
Remote Applications in Challenging Environments
We design, build and operate robotics for extreme industrial environments, working towards our goal: bringing fusion energy to the grid.
What we do
Take a look at some recent highlights, view our latest research papers and discover opportunities to visit our facilities.
To achieve our fusion engineering goals, we work closely with the nuclear decommissioning industry and others.
It is through close collaborations that RACE and our partners can deliver world-changing robotics and bring fusion energy closer to reality.
Pioneering fusion robotics for a sustainable future
The UKAEA mission is to lead the delivery of sustainable fusion power. Fusion powerplants will require long periods of operation in challenging environments, with zero manual intervention.
RACE develops remotely-operated and autonomous tools to inspect, maintain and upgrade fusion devices.
Latest updates
UKAEA and F-REI sign collaboration in robotics research
March 7, 2025
Careers at RACE
We work on some of the world most challenging and important engineering problems and we’re always looking for talented people. Join our growing team today.
Working at RACE
RACE Programmes
RACE is engineering the freedom to operate in challenging environments. To achieve our fusion engineering goals, we work internationally with end users, industry supply chains and academia.
Developing, maintaining and operating the unique remote handling system at JET, the record-breaking fusion facility.
Ensuring that ITER, the world’s largest fusion experiment, can be remotely maintained.
Delivering the world’s largest windowless hot cell.
Collaborate with RACE
Collaboration is essential for our work. In partnership with industrial and academic institutions, RACE designs, builds and operates robotics around the world. Discover existing and upcoming opportunities with RACE or contact us with your project proposals.
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