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The new superconductors: prospects for applications.

A M Wolsky1, R F Giese, E J Daniels

  • 1Energy and Environmental Systems Division, Argonne National Laboratory.

Scientific American
|February 1, 1989
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Developing practical high-temperature superconductors may take over ten years. Economic factors indicate their primary impact will be in smaller devices for manufacturing, electronics, and medicine, rather than large-scale power or transport applications.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Condensed Matter Physics

Background:

  • High-temperature superconductors (HTS) offer potential for revolutionary technological advancements.
  • Current HTS materials require further development for widespread practical application.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To project the timeline for developing practical high-temperature superconductors.
  • To analyze the economic feasibility and identify key application areas for HTS materials.

Main Methods:

  • Economic modeling and market analysis.
  • Review of current materials science research and development trends in superconductivity.

Main Results:

  • A projected timeline of at least a decade for the development of practical HTS.

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  • Economic analysis indicates limited near-term impact on large-scale industries like electric power and transportation.
  • Significant economic impact is anticipated in smaller, high-value applications.

    • Conclusions:

    • Further research and development are necessary to overcome challenges in HTS material science.
    • The most promising initial applications for HTS are expected in specialized devices within manufacturing, electronics, and medicine.
    • Strategic focus on niche markets may accelerate the adoption and economic viability of HTS technology.