Why Start HTS Magnet R&D Now?
Performance has become enough to do credible magnet R&D
Standard size cable can carry ~10 kA at high fields (10-20 T)
Hybrid magnets can create 15+T
It takes long time to do magnet R&D even with known NbTi technology
- Allow, at least five years for this new and challenging R&D
- Address magnet technology issues (allow new ideas to be tested)
- Address issues related to field quality, etc.
In the meantime HTS performance should improve by a factor of 2-4
With both done in parallel, we can make an informed decision in ~5 years
- To do that, the right time to start HTS magnet R&D is NOW!