What is a superconductor?
The superconducting state results from an ordering of the conduction electrons into Cooper pairs via an electron-phonon exchange coupling. The nature and origin of this ordering was explained by Bardeen, Cooper, and Schrieffer (BCS). All elemental and most alloy superconductors are s-wave BCS superconductors [4].
What is the electrical resistivity of superconductors in superconductivity?
In the superconducting state the dc electrical resistivity is zero. Heike Kamerlingh Onnes, was awarded the 1913 Nobel Prize in Physics for his discovery of superconductivity. .
Why the Bulk Superconductivity Group?
The Bulk Superconductivity Group has a strong record of combining world leading, fundamental science with applied, sustainable engineering based on close collaborative links with academic, industrial and other end users across the world.
When was superconductivity first observed?
The phenomenon of superconductivity was first observed by Kamerlingh Onnes in Leiden in 1911 [1] . In the superconducting state the dc electrical resistivity is zero. Heike Kamerlingh Onnes, was awarded the 1913 Nobel Prize in Physics for his discovery of superconductivity.
Superconductors Engineering the use of superconductive technologies to work for humankind Superconductivity has been an exciting field for engineers over the years. They’ve used superconductivity in magnets to make ultra-strong magnets needed in MRI machines. They have used superconductive magnets in elevated trains (MAGLEV).
What is the resistance of a superconductor?
The special “talent” of superconductors is that they have zero resistance to electric current. Absolutely none. In theory, a loop of HTS wire could carry a circling current forever without even needing a power source to keep it going.
Is NASA unlocking the potential of high-temperature superconductors?
NASA research is unlocking the amazing potential of high-temperature superconductors. February 5, 2003: Few technologies ever enjoy the sort of rock-star celebrity that superconductors received in the late 1980s.
What do you think about the mini documentaries?
These mini docs are full of heart, talent, comedy and most of all they give a wink to the viewer to visit the original documentary. Maybe it will be good to search for a guide on what documentaries they are basing their mockumentaries on so you get more into the humor but its definitely not necessary.
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