Overview
The applications of superconducting materials have the potential to change our world, but descriptions of superconductivity in literature tend to be complex for non-physicists. This text provides an accessible account of superconductivity and its applications for an interdisciplinary readership. This book covers the characteristics of superconducting materials, particularly those with commercial applications, including MRI, MEG, high-field magnets, magnetometers, gradiometers, SQUID sensors and Josephson junctions. The applications and concepts are discussed at a level suitable for those with a basic background in physics, without using complex mathematics. This is a valuable reference text for researchers and practitioners working with devices made from superconducting materials. The text also acts as useful supplementary reading for courses related to superconductivity and superconducting materials. Key Features Highly practical and focuses on the applications of superconducting materials Wide, interdisciplinary audience including materials scientists, engineers, chemists, medics and biotechnologists Clear, and readable style
Full Product Details
Author: Jatinder Vir Yakhmi (Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC))
Publisher: Institute of Physics Publishing
Imprint: Institute of Physics Publishing
Dimensions:
Width: 17.80cm
, Height: 1.00cm
, Length: 25.40cm
Weight: 0.479kg
ISBN: 9780750322546
ISBN 10: 0750322543
Pages: 148
Publication Date: 03 February 2021
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
This book provides an accessible view into the most promising applications for superconductors to date and describes the advances made in materials and engineering designs that bring superconductivity closer to practical applications. This is a very interesting book for anyone who wants to learn more about the most recent developments and applications in superconductor technology. John J. Shea, November -December 2021, IEEE Magazine -- John J. Shea * IEEE Magazine *
Author Information
Jatinder V Yakhmi is a Fellow of the National Academy of Sciences of India. During his illustrious career of 45 years at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, he contributed 450 research papers in International journals, including 65 reviews/book chapters. Of these, 140 have been on different aspects of superconductors. He also co-edited a book on thallium cuprate superconductors in 1994. He continues to be a popular speaker and has delivered 150 invited seminars in reputed international labs, and about 50 at international conferences. His work is well-cited, with a h-index of 50.
