Large-scale applications of superconductivity
Journal Article
·
· Phys. Today; (United States)
After 66 years, the technology of electric current without resistance is now starting to compete in generating, transforming and transmitting power, propelling ships and levitating trains: with economy and reliability.
- Research Organization:
- Francis Bitter National Magnet Laboratory, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- OSTI ID:
- 7214812
- Journal Information:
- Phys. Today; (United States), Journal Name: Phys. Today; (United States) Vol. 30:7; ISSN PHTOA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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