superconductivity

Superconductivity is a phenomenon of exactly zero electrical resistance and expulsion of magnetic fields occurring in certain materials when cooled below a characteristic critical temperature.

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Exchanging knowledge with industry on superconducting tech

A 2-day workshop is bringing together CERN researchers and companies developing innovative superconducting technologies

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Knowledge sharing
04 December, 2012

Exchanging knowledge with industry on superco...

Knowledge sharing
News
04 December, 2012

Powering CERN

Engineering

Powering CERN

Engineering

Warmer amps for the LHC

CERN is working together with an Italian company to develop superconducting cables that can function at temperatures of up to 25 K (-248°C)

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Engineering
27 August, 2012

Warmer amps for the LHC

Engineering
News
27 August, 2012

Cryogenics: Low temperatures, high performance

Engineering

Cryogenics: Low temperatures, high performanc...

Engineering