Superconductivity
principle · 1911 · Electric age
The disappearance of resistance at low temperature (Kamerlingh Onnes).
Principles and materials it uses
- Quantum mechanics — uses. Explained by quantum theory (BCS).
- Absolute zero — uses. At temperatures close to absolute zero.
Where it is used
- Superconducting magnet — is used in. A superconducting winding.