The discovery of a groundbreaking new superconducting material has taken the scientific community by storm. CEO Seok-bae Lee of the Quantum Energy Research Institute announced the initiation of commercialization research for a superconductor during a recent ceremony held at Yonsei University. The material, named ‘PCPOSOS’, has the potential to revolutionize the field of technology.
Unlike traditional superconductors, PCPOSOS, was developed by adding sulfur to the room temperature and pressure superconductor ‘LK-99’. This innovation has resulted in a material that exhibits superconductor characteristics, with the majority of resistances measuring zero. The development process involved measuring I-V and changing T-R to understand the material structure, challenging previously held beliefs about temperature units and verifying zero resistance based on international standards.
To further advance the research and development of PCPOSOS, the Quantum Industry Convergence Leading Group has joined forces with the Quantum Research Institute. This collaboration aims to utilize quantum computing for simulation and data analysis, crucial for understanding the complex structure of PCPOSOS. With 41 positions available for element placement within the material, even slight changes in composition could significantly alter its properties, potentially transitioning it from a superconductor to a ferromagnet. The installation of Korea’s first quantum computer in Songdo by June is sure to advance this research further.
Although certain data could not be disclosed during the ceremony due to ongoing revisions and patent restrictions, progress towards commercialization is underway. Nine samples of zero resistance have been successfully replicated and submitted for review, while a patent has been filed in China for the crystal growth method and manufacturing process of PCPOSOS. Despite media inquiries about patent disputes and the commercialization process, CEO Seok-bae Lee remains optimistic about the project’s potential. He is committed to contributing significantly to the national economy through the commercialization of this groundbreaking superconductor.
The scientific community eagerly awaits CEO Seok-bae Lee’s next appearance at the APS 3/4 event, where he is expected to unveil more about the future of superconductivity. With the potential of PCPOSOS to revolutionize technology, researchers and industry experts are excited about the countless possibilities that lie ahead.