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the need for construction of transformer stations and additional
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innovative, economical and readily acceptable alternative to
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are lower, despite smaller cable diameters, which also helps us
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THEVA, a German developer of high-temperature superconducting wire - notably which is very pricey compared to copper wire
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progress in demonstrating the effectiveness of its wire for use in
windpower turbines and electrical transmission lines. Its practicality in more uses is coming also, the company believes.
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for electrical power distribution in cities are projected to be one
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completion of the subsidized development project, plans call for
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load center using HTS.
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Prusseit says that he is very happy about
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Magnetics Business & Technology * March/April 2020

"For years there have been successful grid demonstrations of
HTS cables all over the world. But now, right here in our front
\DUGLQ0XQLFKZHKDYHDVLWXDWLRQWKDWLVSUHGHVWLQHGIRUVXSHUconductors - the transmission of high power with minimal losses
and minimal disturbance to the public. This is a landmark project
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the need for construction of transformer stations and additional
cable routes in built-up areas, we need solutions that are easily
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innovative, economical and readily acceptable alternative to
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are lower, despite smaller cable diameters, which also helps us
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THEVA recently concluded its work on the Ecoswing demonstration project in Denmark in which its superconductor wire was
used to replace a permanent-magnet generator in a modern

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