| Superconducting Accelerator Magnets | Hardcoverby K. H. Mess (Author), P. Schmuser (Author), S. Wolff (Author)
| List Price: | $40.00 | |
| | Binding: | Hardcover | | Publisher: | World Scientific Pub Co Inc | | Page Count: | 218 Pages | | Publication Date: | December 01, 1996 | | Sales Rank: | 2,756,611nd |
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The main topic of the book are the superconducting dipole and quadrupole magnets needed in high-energy accelerators and storage rings for protons, antiprotons or heavy ions. The basic principles of low-temperature superconductivity are outlined with special emphasis on the effects which are relevant for accelerator magnets. Properties and fabrication methods of practical superconductors are described. Analytical methods for field calculation and multipole expansion are presented for coils without and with iron yoke. The effect of yoke saturation and geometric distortions on field quality is studied. Persistent magnetization currents in the superconductor and eddy currents the copper part of the cable are analyzed in detail and their influence on field quality and magnet performance is investigated. Superconductor stability, quench origins and propagation and magnet protection are addressed. Some important concepts of accelerator physics are introduced which are needed to appreciate the demanding requirements on field quality in large storage rings. The operational experience with the superconducting HERA collider serves as an illustration. Finally superconducting correction coils and practical construction and fabrication methods of accelerator magnets are discussed. The physical and technical principles described in the book are substantiated with a wealth of experimental data on multipoles, persistent- and eddy-current effects, quench performance and much more. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.0 based on 1 review)
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Introduction to Superconducting Accelerator Magnets by Rainer B. Meinke (Melbourne, Fl, USA)  4 Stars
February 18, 2003
The book is an excellent introduction into the rather special field of superconducting accelerator magnets. All key aspects of NbTi dipole and quadrupole magnets are described by experts with practical experience.Starting with an introduction into low temperature superconductivity and accelerator physics the book describes NbTi superconductor manufacturing, magnetic field calculations including persistent current effects, cryogenic implications of superconducting magnets, magnet manufacturing and the measuring techniques to verify magnet performance. For the experts the book also contains some useful tables on material properties relevant for the manufacturing and operation of superconducting magnets.In summary the book presents a lot of useful information in a very concise and easy to understand way. The book is highly recommended.
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