SuperConTech

Elevator Pitch: Imagine if we could transmit electricity without loss, revolutionize medical imaging, and unlock the next generation of computers. SuperConTech is pioneering the synthesis of novel superconductors that operate at liquid nitrogen temperatures, potentially transforming multiple industries by making superconductivity at practical temperatures a reality.

Concept

Development and commercialization of high-temperature ambient-pressure superconductors based on novel metal borocarbides.

Objective

To synthesize and market superconducting materials with critical temperatures up to 73 K, potentially transforming energy transmission, magnetic sensors, and computing.

Solution

Utilizing the research findings to create stable Li$_x$M$_y$BC compounds for industrial and technological applications.

Revenue Model

Sales of superconducting materials to manufacturers in electronics, energy sectors, and research institutions. Licensing of technology for specific applications.

Target Market

Electronics manufacturers, energy transmission companies, medical imaging firms, and research institutions.

Expansion Plan

Initially focus on research and development, followed by establishing partnerships with industrial manufacturers. Eventually, expand to international markets and explore applications in quantum computing.

Potential Challenges

Technical difficulties in material synthesis, high cost of production, and maintaining stability of compounds.

Customer Problem

Current superconductors require very low operational temperatures, making them impractical for many applications. There is a need for materials that are superconductive at higher, more practical temperatures.

Regulatory and Ethical Issues

Compliance with environmental regulations in materials processing and ethical considerations in mining of raw materials.

Disruptiveness

Breakthrough in superconductivity at ambient pressures could revolutionize energy transmission efficiency, significantly impact electronic device performance, and accelerate the development of quantum computing.