⚛️ Researchers exposed two fusion-magnet superconductors to identical electron irradiation, with dramatically different results: Bi-2212 lost its crystal structure and became amorphous, while Nb3Al retained its structure even after 90 minutes. The findings provide a baseline for evaluating radiation-resistant superconductors for future fusion reactors.
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Superconductor showdown: Two fusion magnet rivals battle radiation
Researchers compared two superconductors under identical radiation conditions, revealing a sharp difference in their structural stability.
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