Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is playing an ever increasing role in diagnostic medicine. The intense magnetic fields that are needed for these instruments are a perfect application of superconductors and hollow copper conductors.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provides an unparalleled view inside the human body, revealing a level of detail far superior to any other imaging modality. In an effort to make MRI more affordable, and as a result make this revolutionary medical diagnostics technology accessible to more people, Luvata has been working with leading magnet suppliers to develop optimal superconducting wire and the highest performance hollow conductors for MRI applications. In 1980, there were only a handful of MRI scanners around the world. Today there are tens of thousands, producing images in seconds that used to take hours.