In this text experts review experimental studies that
directly reveal the relationship between the atomic
structure and physical behavior of high-Tc superconductors.
The thorough discussion centers on twins, twin boundaries,
the vortex lattice, and magnetic and mechanical properties
in connection with structural imperfections. Particular
attention is paid to the role of the oxygen atom in the
Y-Ba-Cu-O and La-Cu-O species. The experimental methods
evaluated include electron and X-ray diffraction, electron
microscopy, and M|ssbauer spectroscopy.
This book makes extraordinarily valuable data obtained at
the Institute of Solid State Physics at Chernogolovka
accessible to the wider international community of
researchers in superconductivity.
High-temperature superconductivity is currently one of the most exiting areas of scientific study with potentially enermous practical benefits. In this volume experts in the field review experimental studies that directly reveal the relationship between the atomic structure and physical behavior of superconducting perovskites.
Veniamin S. Shekhtman
High-Tc superconductivity chemistry crystal chemistry of oxides crystal structure deformation electron microscopy magnetic vortex structure physics solid state physics