Title :
The impact of high-T/sub c/ superconductivity on system communications
Author :
Hornak, L.A. ; Tewksbury, Stuart K. ; Hatamian, Mehdi
Author_Institution :
AT&T Bell Lab., Holmdel, NJ, USA
Abstract :
Reviews simple models for understanding the intrinsic behavior of superconducting striplines for frequencies much less than the gap frequency omega /sub g/, and low reduced temperatures. The effects of extrinsic factors such as nonideal stripline geometries and dielectrics are also examined. It is concluded that although based upon classical theory, these models are useful in providing performance estimates so that preliminary observations can be made regarding the application of high-T/sub c/ superconducting lines within digital computer systems. Finally, possible applications as well as performance questions regarding the use of high-T/sub c/ superconductors within contemporary and future digital systems are discussed.<>
Keywords :
high-temperature superconductors; strip lines; superconducting devices; digital computer systems; gap frequency; high temperature superconductivity; nonideal stripline geometries; performance estimates; superconducting striplines; system communications; Dielectric materials; Digital systems; Fabrics; Frequency conversion; Stripline; Superconducting materials; Superconducting microwave devices; Superconducting transition temperature; Superconducting transmission lines; Superconductivity;
Journal_Title :
Components, Hybrids, and Manufacturing Technology, IEEE Transactions on
