Development of HTS Conductors for Electric Power Applications (original) (raw)

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This paper discusses the development and commercialization of high-temperature superconducting (HTS) wires through a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) between the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC). The initiative focused on low-cost manufacturing processes and significant performance improvements utilizing second-generation (2G) technologies. The successful outcomes include AMSC becoming a global leader in HTS production, advancements in electric power infrastructure technologies, and ongoing collaborations for further technology development.