Superconducting alternators: Actual status and outlook
Abstract
The state of the art in cryoalternators is reviewed. Cooling systems, inductor geometries, rotor designs, and system configurations are discussed. The first 300 MVA prototypes are under construction. Economic analysis suggests that significant savings in construction, installation and energy consumption are possible, compared with classic turboalternators.
- Publication:
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NASA STI/Recon Technical Report N
- Pub Date:
- March 1982
- Bibcode:
- 1982STIN...8334214G
- Keywords:
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- Ac Generators;
- Superconductors;
- Technological Forecasting;
- Technology Assessment;
- Compressor Rotors;
- Cryogenic Equipment;
- Energy Technology;
- Stators;
- Electronics and Electrical Engineering