LS Cable & System (LS C&S) and LS Electric have announced the launch of the world’s first superconducting solution for internet data centers (IDCs). This pioneering project, revealed on July 22, aims to expand into both domestic and international markets, including Vietnam.
The superconducting solution offers the ability to transmit high-capacity power equivalent to 154kV at a significantly lower voltage of 22.9kV. This innovative approach facilitates the expansion of power supply without necessitating the construction of new substations in urban areas, addressing space constraints and the NIMBY (Not In My Backyard) phenomenon.
A superconducting station, which replaces traditional substations, requires only a distributor, eliminating the need for a transformer. This design reduces the substation size to approximately one-twentieth of conventional setups, resulting in substantial cost savings and enhanced economic efficiency.
Moreover, the superconducting fault current limiter (SFCL) is designed to react swiftly to fault currents, minimizing damage from short circuit accidents. This feature is crucial for preventing service interruptions and reducing data loss risks in IDCs, thereby improving overall stability.
LS C&S and LS Electric anticipate that this superconducting system will significantly boost economic efficiency, community acceptance, and power stability in the development of new IDCs. The companies believe that this technology will establish a new standard for power infrastructure in the era of artificial intelligence (AI), offering a highly efficient and stable power solution for data centers worldwide.
