High Temperature Superconductors (HTS) for Energy Applications

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High temperature superconductor (HTS) magnets

H. Jones,     University of Oxford, UK

Abstract:

At the time of writing, high temperature superconducting magnets have not fulfilled their early promise, mainly because of the difficulties in getting these reactive and brittle ceramics into wire form and, consequently, their expense. However, for some niche applications, HTS magnets have been developed. In this chapter, the author outlines his experience of building four such systems after introductory discussions about superconducting magnets in general and design considerations. The recent commercial availability of so-called second-generation (2G) coated conductors opens up a more promising scenario, provided the cost can come down. This ...