Linkage Projects - Grant ID: LP0669456

Funding Activity

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Funded Activity Summary

Development of high performance second generation superconductors. Robust, high performance high temperature superconductor (HTS) wire underpins a worldwide opportunity to revolutionize the electric power grid, transportation, electronics and many other industries with a new generation of high efficiency, compact, and environmentally friendly electrical equipment. This program combines our expertise in superconductor thin-film fabrication and characterization and expertise of a local industrial partner in the development of superconducting wires. The success of the proposed project will bring benefit to local industry and employment, and significantly enhance the international competitiveness in HTS of Australian industry.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-07-2007

End Date: 24-04-2011

Funding Scheme: Linkage Projects

Funding Amount: $615,873.00

Funder: Australian Research Council