Advanced Energy Systems with Superconductivity

Dear Colleagues,

Superconductivity has great advantages on high power density and energy-saving because of its unique zero-resistance behavior and large current capacity. The applied superconductivity is able to advance the power system with lower energy loss, higher efficiency, greater reliability, and environmental friendliness. Therefore, applied superconductivity technology in smart grid has been actively undertaken by scientists and companies around the world, particularly after the discovery of the high temperature superconductor (HTS) in 1986, which allows novel power network solutions to be applied in the grid which utilize superconductivity’s matchless advantages, such as superconducting generator and motor, power transmission, superconducting fault current limiter (SFCL), and superconducting magnetic energy storage (SMES). The behavior of the abovementioned superconducting power system is very complicated, and its modeling, design, fabrication, and operation are challenging. There is a need for an in-depth understanding on the electromagnetic, thermal, and mechanical behavior of superconductors in these applications. It is necessary to elucidate the performance and benefits of these superconducting devices and also to study their effects on the modern power grid. It is also important to consolidate the practical and conceptual knowledge of industry and economy order to support the emerging superconducting power technology.   

Thus, to address the needs in the efficient implementation of the novel superconducting technology for the latest power system, the research, development, and application of applied superconductivity in grid is emerging to be explored. The main aim of this Special Issue is to provide novel techniques, theories, and concepts for the modern power system with superconductivity. Topics can range from an individual device to integrated systems, from laboratory investigations to industrial and commercial development. Topics of interests include but are not limited to the following:

• Smart grid with superconducting devices
• Superconducting generator/motor
• Superconducting cables and power transmission
• HVDC systems with superconducting fault current limiter
• Superconducting energy saving and smart grids
• Applied superconductivity and DC microgrids
• Superconducting transportation electrifications
• Superconducting magnetic energy storage and smart grid
• Superconducting fusion technology
• Resistive and superconducting joints
• Power system with superconducting devices
• Practicability, stability, and reliability of superconducting power system.
• Other energy-saving devices using superconductors
• AC Losses of superconductors in electrical devices
• Quench characterization, detection, and protection technique of superconducting devices

Dr. Yawei Wang
Prof. Dr. Philippe Vanderbemden
Dr. Peifeng Gao
Guest Editors

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