Magnetic bremsstrahlung radiation sources using the Meissner effect

The authors discuss the development of a radiation source that could utilize the novel properties of high-T/sub c/ superconductors. On approach would be to use the Meissner magnetic field rejection phenomenon to create a high-field gradient region that could function as a source of magnetic bremsstrahlung. Physical structures containing superconducting components could serve as the basis for such magnetic bremsstrahlung devices as a free-electron laser. A preliminary discussion of the merits and liabilities of the use of Meissner-effect magnetic field manipulation in radiation source applications is presented. It is concluded that using the Meissner effect to create a magnetic bremsstrahlung source or, specifically, a synchrotron source or free-electron laser undulator holds significant promise for the development of exciting high-frequency devices.<>