Abstract
RE-mixing is one of the most effective ways to enhance critical current density Jc of RE123 melt-solidified bulks; however, the intrinsic effects of RE-mixing on Jc have not yet been well clarified. Through synthesis and analysis of eight types of melt-solidified bulks containing one or two RE elements, the effects of RE-mixing on Jc-H characteristics were systematically investigated. It was revealed that RE-mixed bulks show higher Jc than RE123 bulks accompanied by the secondary peaks of Jc in a high field region. Analyses on the relationship between Jc and orthorhombicity suggested that the RE substitution level for Ba sites can be controlled by RE-mixing to enhance Jc in magnetic fields. Combined with the results of magnetic measurements at 40 and 60 K up to 15 T, RE-mixed bulks originating from Y123 powders were found to be high potential materials for high field generating applications.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 015014 |
Journal | Superconductor Science and Technology |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2015 Jan 1 |
Keywords
- RE-mixing
- REBaCuOy melt-solidified bulks
- critical current density
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Ceramics and Composites
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Metals and Alloys
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Materials Chemistry