Summary
This review examines the evolution of superconducting magnet technology for high-energy physics accelerators, documenting the transition from mature Nb-Ti systems (proven at the LHC and Tevatron) to emerging Nb₃Sn technology now being implemented in HL-LHC construction. The authors assess the potential of high-temperature superconductors (HTSs) to enable the 20 Tesla range required for next-generation colliders after 2030, whilst identifying the key technical challenges in magnet development for the energy frontier.
UK applicability
This paper is not applicable to UK farming systems, soil health, or food production research. It addresses fundamental physics infrastructure and materials science for particle accelerators, which falls outside Vitagri's scope.
Key measures
Magnetic field strength (measured in Tesla); maturity of superconducting technologies; operational thresholds and performance targets for accelerator magnets
Outcomes reported
The paper reviews the development status and prospects of superconducting magnet technologies for particle accelerators, including Nb-Ti, Nb₃Sn, and high-temperature superconductor (HTS) materials. It discusses critical issues and technological challenges for the High Luminosity LHC (HL-LHC) and future colliders planned for after 2030.
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