Development of Next-generation NMR Technology using HTS Materials

Abstract

Conventionally, LTS magnets have been used in NMR systems. However, through use of HTS materials for the superconducting magnets, it will be possible to reduce the size of the magnet significantly. Reducing the size of the magnet will allow, high magnetic field NMR systems to be installed in a much wider range of environments, and thus widen their range of application. The objective of this research is to design and manufacture a ¹H 600 MHz-class magnet capable of NMR usage using HTS technology. In addition, we will use HTS material in place of the metal coil of the NMR probe in order to yield high sensitivity beyond any conventionally available technology and thus allow extremely high throughput NMR measurements.