Author :
Schweitzer, David C.
Author_Institution :
Temple Univ., Philadelphia, PA, USA
Abstract :
The physical mechanism of superconductivity and the physical parameters of superconductors are briefly described. The limitations of digital semiconductors are identified. The operation of the Josephson junction is explained, and its use as a memory device is examined. Power requirements and packaging of Josephson devices are discussed.<>
Keywords :
BCS theory; Josephson effect; packaging; power supplies to apparatus; superconducting junction devices; superconducting memory circuits; Josephson junction; digital semiconductors; memory device; packaging; physical parameters; power requirements; superconductivity; Computer aided manufacturing; Conducting materials; Electrons; Lattices; Magnetic materials; Quantum mechanics; Space technology; Superconducting materials; Superconducting transition temperature; Switches;
Journal_Title :
Potentials, IEEE
