Superconducting Magnets
Superconducting magnets are powerful magnets made from materials that exhibit superconductivity, which allows them to conduct electricity without resistance when cooled to very low temperatures. This property enables them to generate strong magnetic fields, making them essential in various applications, including MRI machines and particle accelerators.
To achieve superconductivity, these magnets are typically cooled using liquid helium or nitrogen. The strong magnetic fields produced by superconducting magnets are crucial for scientific research, medical imaging, and even in maglev trains, which use magnetic levitation for efficient transportation.