Composite superconductors

the long version

This timely reference examines the tremendous benefits produced by the use of superconductivity, including the realization of a commercial fusion reactor for the generation of electricity. Providing comprehensive coverage of superconductivity and magnetic design - incorporating background information for beginners as well as groundbreaking research for advanced specialists - Composite Superconductors discusses the historical development of superconductivity and its engineering applications . . . explains the mechanical properties of the metal matrix composite . . . describes the important electromagnetic factors for the design of composite superconductors . . . analyzes the fabrication and optimization of various composite superconductors . . . assesses the future development of high T[subscript c] oxide superconductors for engineering applications . . . and more.