Superconductivity is definitely one of the technologies that will answer the world's energy problems.

Despite its numerous problems, several companies have realized its potential and are actively researching to integrate it into our society. Here are 5 such superconductor companies that every upcoming startup needs to stay updated about.

1. Sumitomo Electric Industries (Ltd.)

Founded in 1897, Sumitomo was born to decrease Japan's dependence on imported electric cables.

They specialize in internal R&D for the production of their technology. They have successfully developed long-length, high-strength, high voltage superconducting wires. They were also the first ones to develop the first superconducting electric car.

By commercializing HTS wires and related devices, they have become a major player in the superconductor industry.

2. Bruker Energy & Supercon Technologies (EST)

Bruker EST is the world's largest manufacturer of superconducting wires.

Established by Prof. Günther Laukien in 1960, they have been instrumental in developing high performance superconductors. Their superconductors have met the needs of healthcare (MRI, NMR), academic (particle accelerators and fusion research) and industrial organizations worldwide.

With their Low Temperature Superconductor (LTS) and HTS products, they are planning ahead and offering solutions to the world's future energy needs.

3. American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC)

AMSC primarily focuses on manufacturing High Temperature Superconductors (HTS) wires.

Founded by Gregory Yuvek in 1987, AMSC uses superconductors to develop a diverse range of power systems. They have increased the reliability and performance of electric power grids by integrating HTS wires. They had also produced the world's first superconducting power transmission cable.

AMSC has definitely become a key player in providing solutions for power and renewable energy sectors.

4. SuperPower Inc.

SuperPower Inc. is a leading manufacturer of second-generation HTS (2G-HTS) wires.

The 2G-HTS wires have demonstrated to be able to carry more than 10,000 Amperes of current, and generate more than 40 Tesla of strong magnetic fields. They have been active in utilizing such high-power cables to help develop the next generation of NMR and MRI machines.

Their future plans include the development of hover transportation, electric airplanes and space aircrafts.

5. Nexans

Nexans is a global leader in the production of superconducting cables systems and superconducting fault current limiters (SFCL).

Founded in 2000, they are actively involved in the enhancing the efficiency and capacity of power transmission through their cables. They participated in the AmpaCity project in Germany, which demonstrated the potential for superconducting cables to replace the traditional ones in power grids.

Nexans is heavily involved in R&D to advance superconductor technology. They no doubt will be key to integrating superconductors into our society.

These companies are leading R&D of advance superconducting technology, and are driving innovations that will transform energy storage and transmission. By following these industry leaders, startups can help shape the future of energy.

Hardik Medhi

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