Superconducting Magnets (Monographs on Cryogenics: No. 2) [Paperback]

Martin N. Wilson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 26, 1987 | ISBN-10: 0198548109 | ISBN-13: 978-0198548102

This book is the first to treat the engineering of superconductivity. It provides a complete theoretical basis for the quantitative engineering design of superconducting magnet systems, from the small instrument magnets used as everyday research tools to the very large magnet systems used to work on thermonuclear fusion and magnetohydrodynamic power generation. The author devotes particular attention to the problem of stabilization, a crucial factor in the design process due to its bearing on the overall reliability of the completed system, and also describes the essential features of field and stress calculation. Engineers and physicists involved in the design of systems utilizing superconducting magnets will welcome this publication.

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'With so much activity in this subject...the appearance of this book by a well-known worker in the field is most timely...For specialists the book is essential reading...outstanding quality, superbly produced.' The Times Higher Education Supplement

'...excellent book...In short, a clear and comprehensive text with well chosen references and helpful summaries of the more complex sections.' Physics in Technology

About the Author

Martin N. Wilson is at Oxford Instruments Ltd.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA (March 26, 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0198548109
• ISBN-13: 978-0198548102
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,503,288 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book..., April 3, 2000

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This review is from: Superconducting Magnets (Monographs on Cryogenics: No. 2) (Paperback)

This is a great beginner's book for anyone interested in superconductivity, high-power magnets, etc. The book explains a variety of subjects in great detail. This book explains the different types of superconductors.