Self-Propagating High-Temperature Synthesis of MgB2 superconductor: A Review

Since the critical temperature of MgB2 (39 K) is the highest in the superconductors and the chemical composition and crystal structure are very simple as compared to high temperature superconductors, MgB2 has attracted a lot of attention in the world. This paper is a brief study of self-propagating high-temperature synthesis of MgB2 superconductor. Sample preparation, ignition mode, and relationship between structure and magnetic properties of finals SHS products were identified. This method has demonstrated significant success in the synthesis of MgB2 superconductor and the introduction of pinning centers into the superconducting matrix is practice to improve superconducting properties.