Development of Superconducting Machinery.

Abstract

A synchronous generator consisting of a 2-pole superconducting field winding and a three-phase rotating room temperature armature has been designed, built tested, and operated successfully. The maximum machine output is 6 horsepower at 3600 revolutions per minute. The problems met in designing the motor are detailed and their solutions described. Results of testing indicate that the concept is viable. A small list of facets of design yet to be investigated indicates future work. Appended is a brief description of a small, superconducting, homopolar generator that was also built. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1971
Accession Number
AD0888250

Entities

People

  • H. O. Stevens Jr.
  • L. T. Dunnington
  • M. D. Miller
  • R. W. Meyer
  • W. B. Mangis

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Armatures
  • Electrical Equipment
  • Energy Systems
  • Generators
  • Horsepower
  • Revolutions

Fields of Study

  • Physics

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