American Fusion Plans Fusion Testing at Texas Tech, Targets AI Data Centers and Defense

American Fusion Inc. (OTC: AMFN) has received certification from the Texas Department of State Health Services covering all 12 registered Texatron Fusion Engine models, a key regulatory milestone that allows the company to proceed with planned testing at Texas Tech University, the company announced.

The certification clears the path for a testing campaign focused on validating fusion reactions, measuring plasma performance and evaluating electrical output. Executive Chairman Brent Nelson discussed the progress during a recent interview, highlighting the significance of the upcoming tests. Chief Technical Officer Dr. John Brandenburg is scheduled to present the technology at a major particle physics conference, potentially attracting further scientific and investor attention.

Beyond the immediate testing phase, American Fusion has outlined a broad commercialization strategy targeting several high-growth sectors. Management identified AI data centers, industrial power generation, mining, defense and space applications as primary markets. The company noted that its neutronic fusion platform is designed for modular, infrastructure-grade deployment, which could address power demands in grid-constrained environments.

To support these commercial ambitions, American Fusion announced the addition of a chief revenue officer and said it is continuing to expand its patent portfolio. The company also launched an AI-powered investor communications platform aimed at improving shareholder engagement.

Looking ahead, American Fusion said its priorities for the balance of 2026 include advancing testing, demonstrating key performance milestones, pursuing initial power placement agreements and planning construction of a 100-megawatt system. Achieving these milestones will be critical to validating the technology’s commercial viability and attracting potential partners or customers.

The announcement comes as demand for clean, reliable baseload power grows, particularly from energy-intensive AI data centers. If successful, American Fusion’s technology could offer a carbon-free alternative to fossil fuels for industrial and grid applications. However, fusion energy has historically faced significant technical hurdles, and the company’s testing results will be closely watched by investors and industry observers.

Full details of the press release are available at https://ibn.fm/jL4oP.

American Fusion Inc. is an advanced energy platform company focused on next-generation fusion technologies. The company’s Texatron Fusion Engine is a neutronic fusion platform designed for modular deployment. More information is available in the company’s newsroom at http://ibn.fm/AMFN.

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