New Superconductor Developed at Brookhaven Lab

In summary, a new superconductor has been developed at Brookhaven National Laboratory. The superconductor is 1nm thick and has a transition temperature of 50K. The materials used are an insulator (La2CuO4) and a metal (La1.55Sr0.45CuO4). This discovery is different from previous theories about superconductors and may lead to the development of room temperature superconductors. More information can be found on the BNL website and in their Nature article.
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A new superconductor has been developed at Brookhaven National Laboratory:

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20081008/sc_nm/us_superconductor_2 [Broken]

The superconductor is at the junction between two non-superconducting materials, is about 1 nm thick, and has a transition temperature of 50K.
 
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I like that..
They didn't mentioned the materials right?
I'm sure they will soon find a superconductor usable at room temperatures. :smile:
 
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I heard a long time ago that molecule size wires will superconduct. maybe its just the same thing.
 
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There's more info at the bnl webpage

http://www.bnl.gov/bnlweb/pubaf/pr/PR_display.asp?prID=822&template=Today

Zz.
 
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Here is the abstract of their Nature article

http://www.nature.com/nature/journal/v455/n7214/full/nature07293.html

The materials are an insulator (La2CuO4) and a metal (La1.55Sr0.45CuO4)

Granpa said:
I heard a long time ago that molecule size wires will superconduct. maybe its just the same thing.

This looks like something different and new.
 
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1. What is a superconductor?

A superconductor is a material that has the ability to conduct electricity with no resistance or loss of energy. This means that electrical current can flow through it without any resistance or heating up, unlike traditional conductors like copper or aluminum.

2. What makes the new superconductor developed at Brookhaven Lab different from others?

The new superconductor developed at Brookhaven Lab is made of a unique combination of elements that allows it to function at higher temperatures than previous superconductors. This means it can potentially be used in more practical applications as it does not require extreme cooling methods.

3. How was the new superconductor developed at Brookhaven Lab created?

The new superconductor was created through a process called "molecular beam epitaxy", which involves depositing layers of different elements onto a substrate to form a crystalline structure. This method allows for precise control over the composition and structure of the superconductor, resulting in its unique properties.

4. What potential applications can the new superconductor developed at Brookhaven Lab have?

The new superconductor has potential applications in technologies such as power transmission, energy storage, and quantum computing. Its ability to operate at higher temperatures makes it more practical for use in these applications compared to previous superconductors.

5. Are there any limitations to the new superconductor developed at Brookhaven Lab?

As with any new technology, there are limitations that need to be addressed before the superconductor can be widely used. One of the main challenges is the cost of producing the superconductor, which is currently higher than traditional conductors. Additionally, further research is needed to fully understand and optimize its properties for different applications.

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