Intrinsic fracture mechanisms of YBCO superconducting material with crystallographic anisotropy

Key Points

• Fracture mechanisms significantly impact the performance of YBCO superconductors under stress conditions, affecting their applications in energy systems.
• Key evidence indicates that crystallographic anisotropy influences the intrinsic defects in YBCO, potentially guiding material design improvements.
• Analysis of fracture behavior was conducted using both experimental and theoretical approaches to assess the material's structural integrity.
• Findings may enable better understanding of YBCO superconductors' limitations, leading to innovations in their design and application in technology.