Processing and application of high-temperature superconducting coated conductors | Nature Reviews Materials
OverviewCostAdvantages over other energy storage methodsCurrent useSystem architectureWorking principleSolenoid versus toroidLow-temperature versus high-temperature superconductorsWhether HTSC or LTSC systems are more economical depends because there are other major components determining the cost of SMES: Conductor consisting of superconductor and copper stabilizer and cold support are major costs in themselves. They must be judged with the overall efficiency and cost of the device. Other components, such as vacuum vessel insulation, has been shown to be a small part compared to the large coil cost. The combined costs of conductors, str