Strong-Coupling Theory of High-Temperature Superconductivity - Hardcover

Alexandrov, Alexandre S.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1107018552 ISBN 13: 9781107018556

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2013

Synopsis

High-temperature superconductivity has transformed the landscape of solid state science, leading to the discovery of new classes of materials, states of matter, and concepts. However, despite being over a quarter of a century since its discovery, there is still no single accepted theory to explain its origin. This book presents one approach, the strong-coupling or bipolaron theory, which proposes that high-temperature superconductivity originates from competing Coulomb and electron-phonon interactions. The author provides a thorough overview of the theory, describing numerous experimental observations, and giving detailed mathematical derivations of key theoretical findings at an accessible level. Applications of the theory to existing high-temperature superconductors are discussed, as well as possibilities of liquid superconductors and higher critical temperatures. Alternative theories are also examined to provide a balanced and informative perspective. This monograph will appeal to advanced researchers and academics in the fields of condensed matter physics and quantum-field theories.

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About the Author

Professor Alexandre S. Alexandrov is Professor of Theoretical Physics at Loughborough University, UK and Visiting Professor at UNICAMP, Campinas, Brazil. His research focuses on high-temperature superconductivity, polarons, molecular electronics, colossal magnetoresistance and charged Bose liquids.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1107018552
• ISBN 13: 9781107018556
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 194