Influence of the superconducting transition on plasticity: applied aspects

Experimental data on the effect of the superconducting transition on the plasticity of metals and alloys that are of practical interest are surveyed systematically. The features of work hardening in the superconducting state and during the superconducting transition have been studied. The influence of the electron state of a superconductor on fatigue, friction and wear has been investigated and analyzed.