Springer Handbook of Cryogenics

This handbook covers all aspect of cryogenics and cryogenic engineering from fundamental science to technology and all major applications. Standalone chapters, written by globally-recognized experts, provide accessible reviews replete with valuable data, equations and figures to elucidate each topic. Carefully edited to ensure uniform coverage and style and with extensive cross references, it is both an indispensable reference and an inspiration for graduate students, scientists, engineers, and professionals in cryogenics. It is also an ideal guide for researchers who wish to apply cryogenics to their primary field of interest, whether that be biology, chemistry, medicine, energy, or physics. The coverage ranges from fundamentals of thermodynamics, basic properties of cryogenic fluids and materials, and cryogenic safety in Part 1, through to technology and implementation of all key cryogenic systems in Part 2. Subsequently, Part 3 covers cryogenic applications at the forefront of current science, including accelerators, plasma fusion, space science and exploration, quantum computing, medicine, cryogenic fuels, and superconducting components.